BN42 4DB is a safe, established residential area on The Twitten, 0.4km from Southwick in Southwick (Adur). Administratively it sits within Southwick Green ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.
For families considering a move, BN42 4DB represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £397k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN42 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00159970 (shared with 52 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE TWITTEN, BN42 4DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE TWITTEN, BN42 4DB.
280
44
£ 42,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN42 4DB 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BN42 4DB's 66% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £397k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN42 4DB. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 410,000
3 sales · Mean £ 398,333
Detached
£ 372,500
2 sales · Mean £ 372,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN42 4DB has low crime rates — 42 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
Herons Dale School
Holmbush Primary Academy
St Peter's Community Primary School
Peter Gladwin Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Mulberry Stores0.9 km
- Parish's0.1 km
- Southwick Square Meats0.1 km
- The Southwick Greengrocer0.0 km
- W H Smiths0.1 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Cricketers0.1 km
- Southwick Beer EnGINe0.1 km
- Sussex County Croquet Club0.4 km
- Champion House Social Club0.2 km
- Ship Inn0.1 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Carats Beach Cafe0.5 km
- Port Kitchen0.3 km
- The Pavilion Cafe0.2 km
- Ali Baba0.1 km
- Barn Theatre and Barn Cafe0.2 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Bake Out0.1 km
- Chillies Indian0.8 km
- Fortune Inn0.8 km
- Rainbow House0.5 km
- Sandwich in the Square0.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southwick0.1 km
- Fishersgate1.2 km
- Portslade2.2 km
Bus Stops
- The Twitten0.1 km
- Southwick Square0.1 km
- Southwick Square0.1 km
- The Green0.1 km
- Southwick Rail Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BN424DB · Data under Open Government Licence