Rottingdean Conservation Area

Rottingdean is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 19.1 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 51 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 19.1 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Church of St MargaretBN2 7DE
• Grade II* Court House and Numbers 1 and 2 Court House CloseBN2 7DY
• Grade II* Down HouseBN2 7DY
• Grade II* HillsideBN2 7HA
• Grade II* The Old FarmhouseBN2 7DY
• Grade II 116, High StreetBN2 7HZ
• Grade II 39, High StreetBN2 7HX
• Grade II 41, High StreetBN2 7HX
• Grade II 43-49, High StreetBN2 7HF
• Grade II 4, Vicarage TerraceBN2 7HT
• Grade II 62, High StreetBN2 7AH
• Grade II 66, High StreetBN2 7AH
• Grade II 87, High StreetBN2 7LE
• Grade II Aubrey HouseBN2 7HA
• Grade II Barn to the South West of HillsideBN2 7HA
• Grade II Blacksmiths CottageBN2 7HD
• Grade II CavendishBN2 7HA
• Grade II Challoners and Little ChallonersBN2 7DD
• Grade II Dale CottageBN2 7HA
• Grade II Former Stables to the South of the TimbersBN2 7HA

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Ovingdean1.7 km
• Telscombe Village3.7 km
• Kemp Town3.9 km
• College4.7 km
• East Cliff4.9 km
• Queen's Park5.1 km
• Carlton Hill5.5 km
• Valley Gardens5.8 km

About Rottingdean Conservation Area

Is my property in Rottingdean Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Rottingdean Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Rottingdean?

Properties in Rottingdean Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees