BN16 1DE is a safe, established residential area on Worthing Road, 0.8km from Preston, East in Rustington. Administratively it sits within East Preston ward and the Worthing West constituency.
For serious buyers, BN16 1DE is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 82% 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. Property: Prices average £463k, up 55.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1DE are sourced from Output Area E00160171 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WORTHING ROAD, BN16 1DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WORTHING ROAD, BN16 1DE.
308
46
£ 46,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BN16 1DE's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £463k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 55.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN16 1DE. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 362,500
10 sales · Mean £ 390,975
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 1DE has low crime rates — 15 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
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
The Angmering School
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Haskins Garden Centres Ltd0.7 km
- Kerry's Tea Room0.8 km
- Masala Lounge0.6 km
- Ristorantealmare0.5 km
- Worthing Hockey Club Ltd0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- C J Food & News0.9 km
- Costcutter0.4 km
- Just Because0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.6 km
- One Stop0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.7 km
- British Legion Club0.5 km
- The Roundstone Inn0.5 km
- The S.P Alehouse0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.4 km
- Happy House0.6 km
- Mermaid Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Ritchies Buffet0.5 km
- Silver city food LTD0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.6 km
- Goring-By-Sea3.5 km
- Littlehampton4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Warren Crescent0.1 km
- Preston Place0.3 km
- Preston Place0.3 km
- Vicarage Lane0.4 km
- Roundstone Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN161DE · Data under Open Government Licence