BN42 4BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Southwick in Southwick (Adur). Administratively it sits within Eastbrook ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BN42 4BW is a young, diverse area with many ethnic minority families and children. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN42 4BW are sourced from Output Area E00159838 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN42 4BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN42 4BW.
327
29
£ 42,000 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN42 4BW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BN42 4BW has a significant social housing presence — 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN42 4BW. The average age is 29.0. 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: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN42 4BW has low crime rates — 44 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
Glebe Primary School
Eastbrook Primary Academy
Shoreham Academy
St Peter's Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Mulberry Stores1.0 km
- Parish's0.4 km
- Southwick Square Meats0.4 km
- The Southwick Greengrocer0.4 km
- W H Smiths0.4 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Cricketers0.4 km
- Southwick Beer EnGINe0.4 km
- Sussex County Croquet Club0.4 km
- Champion House Social Club0.5 km
- Ship Inn0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Carats Beach Cafe0.2 km
- Port Kitchen0.0 km
- The Pavilion Cafe0.2 km
- Ali Baba0.4 km
- Barn Theatre and Barn Cafe0.5 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Bake Out0.4 km
- Rainbow House0.8 km
- Sandwich in the Square0.4 km
- Southwick Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southwick0.2 km
- Fishersgate1.3 km
- Portslade2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Grange Road0.1 km
- Grange Road0.1 km
- Southwick Rail Station0.2 km
- Southwick Rail Station0.2 km
- Southwick Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN424BW · Data under Open Government Licence