Is BN18 0BY a safe place to live?

Yes, BN18 0BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BN18 0BY?

The population for the BN18 0BY area is approximately 591 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Arun, South East

FORD ROAD, BN18 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORD ROAD, BN18 0BY.

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

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Population

591

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 45,400 /yr

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Employed

40%

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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9/10

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10/10

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2/10

workEmployment

4/10

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1/10

paymentsAffluence

7/10

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2/10

homeHome Ownership

10/10

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6/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN18 0BY — age 49, 93% ownership, 5% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BN18 0BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ford Road, 0.4km from Horsemere Green in Yapton. Administratively it sits within Yapton ward and the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton constituency.

For families considering a move, BN18 0BY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN18 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00160487 (shared with 15 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 BN18 0BY. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 24%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

BN18 0BY has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2

Public order2

Violence and sexual offences2

Burglary1

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

St Mary's CofE Primary School

Good98 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

M F P J Simmonds0.9 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Hmp Ford0.2 km
Spitfire Cafe0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ford1.7 km
Littlehampton2.4 km
Arundel4.4 km

Bus Stops

Church0.2 km
Church0.2 km