BN16 1DX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Saxon Close, 0.9km from Kingston in Rustington. Administratively it sits within East Preston ward and the Worthing West constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN16, BN16 1DX offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% 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: Average house prices are around £344k, down 1.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00160170 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SAXON CLOSE, BN16 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAXON CLOSE, BN16 1DX.
292
50
£ 46,700 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN16 1DX 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
BN16 1DX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 81% 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 BN16 1DX. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 322,000
11 sales · Mean £ 325,504
Detached
£ 330,000
4 sales · Mean £ 331,687
Terraced
£ 249,000
14 sales · Mean £ 266,035
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 1DX has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. 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
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Worthing Rugby Football Club0.7 km
- The Roundstone Inn0.3 km
- The S.P Alehouse1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Asda Cafe0.6 km
- Haskins Garden Centres Ltd0.3 km
- Masala Lounge1.0 km
- Ristorantealmare1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Panku0.6 km
- Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.4 km
- Silver city food LTD0.9 km
- Three Oceans0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Costcutter0.4 km
- Just Because1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd1.0 km
- One Stop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering1.3 km
- Goring-By-Sea2.7 km
- Durrington-On-Sea4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Saxon Close0.1 km
- Saxon Close0.1 km
- Arlington Crescent0.1 km
- Roundstone Garden Centre0.2 km
- Roundstone Garden Centre0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN161DX · Data under Open Government Licence