BN42 4BU 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 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 4BU are sourced from Output Area E00159973 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN42 4BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN42 4BU.
394
37
£ 47,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN42 4BU 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
BN42 4BU is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN42 4BU. 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
Economic Activity
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 4BU 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.
school Local Schools
Glebe Primary School
Eastbrook Primary Academy
Holmbush Primary Academy
Herons Dale School
Shoreham Academy
Peter Gladwin Primary School
Portslade Aldridge Community Academy
Brackenbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Holmbush Stores, Mace0.4 km
- Mulberry Stores0.9 km
- Parish's0.6 km
- Southwick Square Meats0.6 km
- The Southwick Greengrocer0.6 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Cricketers0.6 km
- Royal George0.8 km
- Southwick Beer EnGINe0.6 km
- Sussex County Croquet Club0.8 km
- Champion House Social Club0.5 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Costa0.9 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- Nutmeg's Cafe0.6 km
- Port Kitchen1.0 km
- The Pavilion Cafe0.8 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op0.9 km
- Co-Op0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Bake Out0.6 km
- Chillies Indian0.4 km
- Fortune Inn0.4 km
- Rainbow House0.6 km
- Sandwich in the Square0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southwick0.8 km
- Fishersgate1.5 km
- Portslade2.4 km
Bus Stops
- St Theresa's Church0.1 km
- St Theresa's Church0.1 km
- Phoenix Crescent0.2 km
- Phoenix Crescent0.2 km
- Sandown Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN424BU · Data under Open Government Licence