BN42 4DN is a safe, established residential area on Albion Street, 0.6km from Kingston by Sea in Shoreham-by-Sea. 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 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN42 4DN are sourced from Output Area E00159969 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBION STREET, BN42 4DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBION STREET, BN42 4DN.
226
44
£ 42,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 44, BN42 4DN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 4DN. The average age is 44.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN42 4DN has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Glebe Primary School
Shoreham Academy
Eastbrook Primary Academy
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Shoreham Beach Primary School
St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Hanwells0.7 km
- Koh Koh0.7 km
- MacFarlanes Newsagents0.7 km
- Yun Feng Foods0.7 km
- Mulberry Stores0.5 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Champion House Social Club0.8 km
- Ship Inn0.7 km
- Southwick Rangers FC0.8 km
- Southwick Sports and Social Club0.6 km
- Cricketers0.6 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Ali Baba0.7 km
- Barn Theatre and Barn Cafe0.9 km
- Drury Cafe0.7 km
- La Tavola0.7 km
- Lite Bites1.0 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Bake Out0.7 km
- Sandwich in the Square0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Op0.7 km
- Lidl0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Southwick0.6 km
- Fishersgate1.8 km
- Shoreham-By-Sea1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Kingston Lane0.0 km
- Kingston Lane0.1 km
- Shoreham Terminal0.3 km
- Shoreham Terminal0.3 km
- Spinnals Grove0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN424DN · Data under Open Government Licence