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Hastings Overview

The town of Hastings is set in a historic East Sussex location with a picturesque seafront. Supporting a thriving beach launched fishing industry, Hastings is admired for its' sustainable fishing methods. The town's fishing fleet has used the same beach below the cliffs for more than 400 years.

The town today has a diverse range of industries, with tourism playing a big role in the summer months. With one of the lowest costs of living in the South East, Hastings offers a great appeal for professionals looking to relocate by the sea and get away from the stresses of city life.

Local Job Opportunities

With a town population of over 90,000, Hastings supports many thriving industries. These include retail, leisure, manufacturing, and administration. The majority of the companies in Hastings are relatively small. The Priory Meadow Shopping Centre is the most prominent shopping destination in town with over 50 stores. Health, education, public services, engineering, motoring, construction, and catering are prominent industries in the area as well.

Tourism in Hastings is steadily rising as visitors recognize the significance and appeal of the many historic highlights such as the St Clements Caves, Hastings Museum and Art Gallery and the Jerwood Gallery. There are many independent galleries too, and theatres such as the White Rock all help to provide jobs for creative types in Hastings while drawing visitors to the town.

Employment Trends

As one of the fastest growing towns in the south east, Hastings is quickly emerging as a popular base for a diverse blend of business sectors. The town's Creative Media Centre and Innovation Centre are both filled to capacity.

Ongoing expansion around the town is making way for new businesses to take advantage of the skilled workforce available.


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