BN43 5BY is a sought-after residential area on Anchor Close, 0.3km from Shoreham-by-Sea in Shoreham-by-Sea. Administratively it sits within Marine ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN43, BN43 5BY offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k, down 6.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BN43 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00159878 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ANCHOR CLOSE, BN43 5BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANCHOR CLOSE, BN43 5BY.
409
39
£ 45,700 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN43 5BY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
BN43 5BY is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £417k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 6.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN43 5BY. The average age is 38.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 390,000
20 sales · Mean £ 398,337
Semi-Detached
£ 440,000
1 sales · Mean £ 440,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN43 5BY has low crime rates — 23 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
Shoreham Beach Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School
Buckingham Park Primary School
Shoreham Academy
Swiss Gardens Primary School
Glebe Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Albion Convenience Store0.7 km
- Apres Chocolat0.9 km
- Beach Bakery0.7 km
- Best Health Food Shop0.8 km
- Greens Chemist0.8 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Crown & Anchor1.0 km
- Duke Of Wellington0.5 km
- Ferry Inn0.9 km
- Royal Sovereign Public House1.0 km
- The Harbour Club (bar)0.1 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Artisan Cafe0.8 km
- Drift0.9 km
- Dunelm Mill0.4 km
- Ginger & Dobbs0.9 km
- Hector's Shed0.9 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Op1.0 km
- Premier Maxi's Supermarket0.9 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- Co-Op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Cotts & Linz Ice Cream Cafe0.7 km
- Gusto Pizza Pasta0.8 km
- Loon Fung Take Away0.7 km
- Middletons Fish and Chips0.7 km
- Subway1.0 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shoreham-By-Sea0.8 km
- Southwick1.9 km
- Fishersgate3.1 km
Bus Stops
- Winterton Way0.2 km
- Emerald Quay0.3 km
- Shingle Road0.3 km
- Feversham Close0.3 km
- Amenity Tip0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN435BY · Data under Open Government Licence