BN14 0DA is a sought-after residential area on Vale Drive, 0.4km from Findon Valley in Worthing. Administratively it sits within Offington ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN14, BN14 0DA offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN14 0DA are sourced from Output Area E00162284 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VALE DRIVE, BN14 0DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VALE DRIVE, BN14 0DA.
326
47
£ 52,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN14 0DA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
BN14 0DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 96% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN14 0DA. The average age is 47.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN14 0DA has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Vale School, Worthing
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Wild Bean Cafe & M&S Food at BP0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Valley Bar0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Anaz0.3 km
- Linga Longa Cafe0.4 km
- Shaz0.2 km
- The Coffee Camp0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Cherry House0.3 km
- Findon Fish Bar0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Worthing3.5 km
- Durrington-On-Sea3.6 km
- Worthing3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Cissbury Avenue0.2 km
- Cissbury Avenue0.3 km
- Central Avenue0.3 km
- Central Avenue0.4 km
- Hillview Rise0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: BN140DA · Data under Open Government Licence