Postcode Analysis Adur, South East

BN42 4BT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN42 4BT.

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Population

394

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 47,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN42 4BT 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.

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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 37, BN42 4BT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

BN42 4BT is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Southwick in Southwick (Adur). Administratively it sits within Southwick Green ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN42 4BT are sourced from Output Area E00159973 (shared with 14 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 BN42 4BT. The average age is 37.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

BN42 4BT has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Public order13
Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft10
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Eastbrook Primary Academy

Outstanding409 pupils0.7 km
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Glebe Primary School

Requires Improvement537 pupils0.7 km
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Holmbush Primary Academy

Good222 pupils0.8 km
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Herons Dale School

Good135 pupils0.8 km
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Shoreham Academy

Outstanding1787 pupils0.9 km
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Peter Gladwin Primary School

Good207 pupils1.2 km
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Portslade Aldridge Community Academy

Good954 pupils1.4 km
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St Nicolas CofE Primary School

Good423 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Holmbush Stores, Mace0.4 km
  • Parish's0.6 km
  • Southwick Square Meats0.6 km
  • The Southwick Greengrocer0.6 km
  • Victory Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Cricketers0.7 km
  • Royal George0.9 km
  • Southwick Beer EnGINe0.6 km
  • Sussex County Croquet Club0.9 km
  • Champion House Social Club0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Costa1.0 km
  • McDonalds1.0 km
  • Nutmeg's Cafe0.7 km
  • Port Kitchen1.0 km
  • The Pavilion Cafe0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Op1.0 km
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bake Out0.6 km
  • Chillies Indian0.2 km
  • Fortune Inn0.2 km
  • Rainbow House0.5 km
  • Sandwich in the Square0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Southwick0.8 km
  • Fishersgate1.4 km
  • Portslade2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • St Theresa's Church0.1 km
  • St Theresa's Church0.1 km
  • Hillside0.3 km
  • The Windmill0.3 km
  • The Windmill0.3 km