BN16 1AL is a safe, established residential area on Heathfield Avenue, 1.1km from Preston, East in Rustington. Administratively it sits within Angmering & Findon ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00172649 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEATHFIELD AVENUE, BN16 1AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEATHFIELD AVENUE, BN16 1AL.
499
42
£ 46,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN16 1AL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 64% owner-occupation and average age 42, BN16 1AL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £350k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN16 1AL. The average age is 41.8. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 302,500
2 sales · Mean £ 302,500
Semi-Detached
£ 253,000
1 sales · Mean £ 253,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 1AL has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
The Angmering School
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Haskins Garden Centres Ltd1.0 km
- Caffe Pausa0.8 km
- Masala Lounge1.0 km
- Ristorantealmare0.9 km
- Worthing Hockey Club Ltd0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- C J Food & News0.7 km
- Angmering Village Greens1.0 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- Just Because0.9 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club1.0 km
- British Legion Club0.8 km
- The Roundstone Inn0.8 km
- The S.P Alehouse1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.7 km
- Happy House0.4 km
- Mermaid Fish And Chips0.4 km
- Ritchies Buffet0.2 km
- Silver city food LTD0.9 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.2 km
- Goring-By-Sea3.8 km
- Littlehampton4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Station Rd Roundabout0.1 km
- Station Rd Roundabout0.1 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Angmering Rail Station0.2 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN161AL · Data under Open Government Licence