Is BN15 0LW a safe place to live?

Yes, BN15 0LW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in BN15 0LW?

The average property price in BN15 0LW is currently around £365k.

What is the population of BN15 0LW?

The population for the BN15 0LW area is approximately 339 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Adur, South East

HOWARD ROAD, BN15 0LW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWARD ROAD, BN15 0LW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

339

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 49,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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10/10

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1/10

workEmployment

7/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

5/10

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2/10

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10/10

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3/10

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Area Character

BN15 0LW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £365k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 4.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN15 0LW is a safe, established residential area on Howard Road, 0.8km from Lancing, North in Lancing and Sompting. Administratively it sits within Cokeham ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN15, BN15 0LW offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 94% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k, down 4.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BN15 0LW are sourced from Output Area E00159821 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN15 0LW. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%

Asian / British Asian1.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 303,750

8 sales · Mean £ 307,812

Detached

£ 415,000

3 sales · Mean £ 393,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BN15 0LW has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences8

Anti-social behaviour3

Public order2

Other crime2

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

The Sir Robert Woodard Academy

Good1287 pupils1.0 km

Boundstone Nursery School

Outstanding100 pupils1.0 km

North Lancing Primary School

Good413 pupils1.1 km

The Globe Primary Academy

Good459 pupils1.2 km

Sompting Village Primary School

Good489 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Co-op0.7 km
Fircroft News0.8 km
Lancing Local0.6 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Golden Fish0.6 km
Lancing Oriental Express0.8 km
Micks Chips0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Lancing2.0 km
East Worthing2.7 km
Worthing4.0 km

Bus Stops

Sedbury Road0.0 km
Sedbury Road0.1 km
Hillside Road0.2 km
Hillbarn Avenue0.2 km
Hillside Road0.2 km