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A managed Google Business Profile, reviews coming in every month and service pages written the way Brighton and Hove customers search.
Google, Maps and AI search in Brighton and Hove
SEO Agency Brighton and Hove
SEO, Google Maps and websites that bring in calls from Brighton and Hove, run by senior specialists, remotely.
Working with businesses across BN1, BN2, BN3 and the nearby postcode districts, including Preston and Roundhill.
Postcode districts:BN1BN2BN3BN41
Local people283,870
Dentist searches1,600
Businesses14,035
House builders250
4/20
of the top 20 plumbers on Brighton and Hove's Google map show no website.
Who lives in Brighton and Hove
The Brighton and Hove built-up area is home to about 283,900 people
That is 2.1% more than in mid-2022. 51.4% of households own their home.
283,870people
2.1%change since mid-2022
121,403households
51.4%of homes are owner-occupied
32.7%of homes are rented privately
284,170people in the wider district
Businesses around Brighton and Hove
Fewer than ten people work at 90.1% of businesses in the Brighton and Hove district
Of the district's 14,035 VAT- or PAYE-registered businesses, 19.6% are professional, scientific and technical firms.
14,035VAT- or PAYE-registered businesses
90.1%employ fewer than 10 people
89.1%of UK businesses employ fewer than 10 people
16,145registered workplaces in Brighton and Hove's neighbourhood areas
1,355sole proprietors
By size
Share of businesses by sector
Firms by trade
250House builders
230Hair and beauty salons
210Plumbing, heating and air-con firms
195Electricians
145Accountancy firms
105Dental practices
95Architects
85Joiners
Owner-operators in Brighton and Hove
23.2% of Brighton and Hove's working residents work for themselves
Of them, 26,692 work without employees and 3,997 employ others (Census 2021). That compares with 17.1% across England and Wales.
23.2%of working residents are self-employed
26,692self-employed without employees
3,997self-employed with employees
17.1%across England and Wales
What people in Brighton and Hove search for each month
"dentist brighton" has the most searches of the service phrases we checked
"dentist brighton" averages 1,600 searches a month across the UK; "locksmith brighton" 1,300, "plumber brighton" 1,300 and "roofer brighton" 1,000.
| Trade · search phrase | Searches a month | 12 months | Median reviews | No website | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| "dentist brighton" | 1,600 | Busiest month: Oct | – | – | – |
| "locksmith brighton" | 1,300 | Busiest month: Oct | – | – | – |
| "plumber brighton" | 1,300 | Busiest month: Oct | 40 | 4 of 20 | Medium |
| "roofer brighton" | 1,000 | Busiest month: Sep | 19 | 1 of 20 | Lower |
| "accountant brighton" | 880 | Busiest month: Oct | – | – | – |
| "electrician brighton" | 880 | Busiest month: Oct | 29 | 2 of 20 | Lower |
| "cleaner brighton" | 720 | Busiest month: Mar | – | – | – |
| "landscaper brighton" | 320 | Busiest month: Nov | – | – | – |
| "mechanic brighton" | 210 | Busiest month: Feb | – | – | – |
| "builder brighton" | 170 | Busiest month: Oct | – | – | – |
1,600searches a month for "dentist brighton": Google Ads' lowest reported band, very few searches
Seasonalitybusiest: Oct
Advertisers bid about £4.88 a click (approx., converted on 19 October 2026). Advertisers bid about $6.50 a click.
Who shows up on Brighton and Hove's map
4 of the top 20 plumbers on Brighton and Hove's map show no website
At least half of the top 20 have 40 reviews or more, and their average rating is 4.88. On the same map, 2 of the top 20 electricians and 1 of the top 20 roofers show no website.
Top Google Maps listings for each trade
Plumber
4 of the top 20 show no website
40 median Google reviews
4.88 average rating
Electrician
2 of the top 20 show no website
29 median Google reviews
4.83 average rating
Roofer
1 of the top 20 show no website
19 median Google reviews
4.84 average rating
Median Google reviews of the top listings
Brighton and HoveUK median
010203040
Plumber 40
Electrician 29
Roofer 19
| Trade | Brighton and Hove | UK median |
|---|---|---|
| Plumber | 40 | 19 |
| Electrician | 29 | 9 |
| Roofer | 19 | 11 |
Check your gap
Where would your reviews put you on Brighton and Hove's map?
40
reviews behind the Brighton and Hove median for plumbers on the map (40).
Google Maps weighs reviews alongside other signals.
Out-build the top listings
Fast, well-structured service pages and structured data are often the quickest gains.
Brighton and Hove's plumbers on Google Maps are here.
Cover every place you serve
A page each for Preston and Roundhill and the rest of the area around Brighton and Hove, before competitors do.
- 1
AI answers
AI search optimisation and structured data, so Google's AI Overviews, ChatGPT and Gemini can cite you.
- 2
The map pack
Google Business Profile management, regular posts, local citations and a steady flow of reviews.
- 3
The organic results
Service and area pages, technical fixes and backlinks from relevant sites.
Who do the AIs name as the best dentist in Brighton and Hove?
Each link opens in a new tab with the question filled in. If you're not named, that's what GEO fixes.
No website yet? You are not alone: 4 of the top 20 plumbers on Brighton and Hove's Google map show no website. Websites for Brighton and Hove businesses
Business openings and closures around Brighton and Hove
In 2024, 1,500 businesses started in the Brighton and Hove district
1,445 closed. 30% of those started in 2019 were still trading five years later.
1,500businesses started
1,445businesses closed
30%of 2019 start-ups still trading five years on
15,200active businesses
Across the UK
The national picture
Two figures from the UK to read Brighton and Hove's numbers against.
Websites
65%
Only 65% of UK construction businesses have a website; 34% say they don't
Trust
33%
33% of homeowners under 35 rely on online reviews to choose a builder, vs 16% of over-55s
What this means for a Brighton and Hove service business
A Google Maps search for "plumber" around Brighton and Hove in October 2026 showed no website for 4 of the top 20 results; if your own listing has no website link, adding one is worth checking. At least half of those 20 listings have 40 reviews or more. "dentist brighton" leads the service phrases in our check, at 1,600 searches a month across the UK.
Plans for Brighton and Hove businesses
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Results
Results, by name
Campaigns we have run, with their figures on our case studies page.
Dental practice · Croydon
146%
more organic traffic
Dental Practice Achieves 146% Growth
Mayfield Dental · campaign started June 2024 · results over six months
101.4%referring domains
163.9%organic keywords
Dental care brand · Worldwide
110.8%
more organic keywords
Children's Oral Care Brand Doubles Organic Keywords
Brush Baby · campaign started October 2020 · results over six months
86.6%referring domains
53.2%organic traffic
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Brighton and Hove FAQs
Common questions from Brighton and Hove businesses
Do you work with businesses in Brighton and Hove?
Yes. Breakline's remote team of senior SEO specialists works with service businesses across the UK and US, including Brighton and Hove.
Is there search demand for a dentist in Brighton and Hove?
"dentist brighton" averaged 1,600 searches a month across the UK in the 12 months to September 2026.
Which month has the most searches for a roofer in Brighton and Hove?
Searches for "roofer brighton" across the UK peaked in September 2026 at 1,900, against an average of 1,000 a month.
Do I need an SEO agency in Brighton and Hove?
It depends on how easily customers find you now. "dentist brighton" averages 1,600 searches a month across the UK, and 4 of the top 20 plumbers on Google Maps around Brighton and Hove show no website. If you are missing from searches like these, an SEO agency can work on your Google Business Profile, website and reviews so that you show up.
What is the population of Brighton and Hove?
About 283,900 people live in the Brighton and Hove built-up area (mid-2024).
How crowded is Google Maps for plumbers in Brighton and Hove?
Of the top 20 plumbers on Google Maps around Brighton and Hove, 4 show no website; at least half of them have 40 reviews or more.
How common is self-employment in Brighton and Hove?
23.2% of working residents in Brighton and Hove are self-employed (Census 2021).
How many businesses are there around Brighton and Hove?
The Brighton and Hove district has 14,035 VAT- or PAYE-registered businesses (March 2026); 90.1% employ fewer than ten people.
Near Brighton and Hove
Brighton and Hove and the places around it
Within 7 miles
- Preston0.4 mi
- Roundhill0.6 mi
- Montpelier0.7 mi
- Brunswick1.0 mi
- Hollingdean1.1 mi
- Queens Park1.1 mi
- Hove1.2 mi
- Roedale, Lower1.2 mi
- Withdean1.3 mi
- Roedale, Upper1.5 mi
- Moulsecoomb1.6 mi
- Whitehawk1.6 mi
Location pages near Brighton and Hove
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All towns we cover in East Sussex
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Where we'd start for a Brighton and Hove business
- Own the map around Brighton and Hove
Service areas set to BN1, BN2 and BN3 and the nearby postcode districts, regular posts and a review routine aimed at Brighton and Hove's median on Google Maps.
- One page per place
Preston, Roundhill and Montpelier: real pages with your jobs, photos and reviews from each area.
- Show up in AI answers
Structured data, consistent business listings and clear answers to what Brighton and Hove customers ask.
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