Postcode Analysis Adur, South East

NORTHBOURNE CLOSE, BN43 5AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHBOURNE CLOSE, BN43 5AP.

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Population

309

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 51,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN43 5AP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BN43 5AP's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £392k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BN43 5AP is a sought-after residential area on Northbourne Close, 1.0km from Old Shoreham in Shoreham-by-Sea. Administratively it sits within St Nicolas ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.

For serious buyers, BN43 5AP is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £392k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BN43 5AP are sourced from Output Area E00159937 (shared with 13 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 BN43 5AP. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 362,990

Semi-Detached

£ 369,500

4 sales · Mean £ 388,000

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

BN43 5AP has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences23
Anti-social behaviour18
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Buckingham Park Primary School

Good551 pupils0.4 km
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Swiss Gardens Primary School

Good425 pupils0.5 km
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St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School

Good0.8 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good0.9 km
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Shoreham Beach Primary School

Good201 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Apres Chocolat0.8 km
  • Best Health Food Shop0.7 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
  • For UR Convenience0.7 km
  • Greens Chemist0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

19 nearby
  • Bridge Inn Bartley Kitchen0.8 km
  • Crown & Anchor0.9 km
  • Duke Of Wellington0.9 km
  • Ferry Inn0.8 km
  • Piston Broke0.8 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Artisan Cafe0.8 km
  • Calcutta 160.7 km
  • Chambers Bistro0.8 km
  • Drift0.8 km
  • Dunelm Mill1.0 km
  • + 22 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-Op0.8 km
  • Premier Maxi's Supermarket0.8 km
  • Co-Op0.7 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Blundens0.8 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Gusto Pizza Pasta0.7 km
  • Little Greek Bakery0.8 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shoreham-By-Sea0.6 km
  • Southwick2.9 km
  • Lancing3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Adur Avenue0.2 km
  • Adur Avenue0.2 km
  • The Driveway0.2 km
  • The Driveway0.2 km
  • Adur Road0.3 km