Is BN44 3AS a safe place to live?

Yes, BN44 3AS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BN44 3AS?

The population for the BN44 3AS area is approximately 270 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Horsham, South East

BN44 3AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN44 3AS.

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Population

270

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN44 3AS 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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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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10/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BN44 3AS — age 48, 73% ownership, 23% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN44 3AS is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Bines Green in Horsham. Administratively it sits within Steyning & Ashurst ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BN44 3AS are sourced from Output Area E00161566 (shared with 33 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 BN44 3AS. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 34%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

BN44 3AS has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Ashurst CofE Primary School

Good42 pupils0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shoreham-By-Sea11.8 km
Lancing12.2 km
Hassocks12.2 km

Bus Stops

Robertsfield Farm0.1 km
Godsmarks Farm0.2 km
The Fountain0.4 km