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Lewes
City in Brighton and Hove, United Kingdom
Overview
Lewes is a picturesque market town steeped in history, known for its cobbled streets, independent shops, and medieval landmarks like Lewes Castle. Located just outside Brighton, it attracts visitors with its blend of heritage, culture, and access to the scenic South Downs. The town boasts a lively arts scene and hosts traditional English events throughout the year.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Brighton and Hove
Population
100,677
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
50.87°, 0.01°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
82
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$3,050
Local Cost
$1,872
Local Income
$2,600
Cashless
93
English
99
Temperature
10.8°C
Summer Avg
16.5°C
Winter Avg
5.5°C
Record High
30.7°C
Record Low
-4.6°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
764 mm
Internet Speed
70 Mbps
Upload
38 Mbps
Latency
12 ms
City Vibrancy
47
Coworking
0
Cafes
21
Nightlife
20
Parks
6
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ESH
Distance
22 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 95 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.
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