Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

MARKET SQUARE, GU28 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARKET SQUARE, GU28 0AJ.

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Population

215

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU28 0AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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2/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, GU28 0AJ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

GU28 0AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Market Square, 0.1km from Petworth in Petworth. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Petworth ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

Within the GU28 district, this postcode is characterised by a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 58) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GU28 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00160738 (shared with 24 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 GU28 0AJ. The average age is 58.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

GU28 0AJ has low crime rates — 35 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.

Anti-social behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences14
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft9
Burglary4

school Local Schools

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Petworth Cof E Primary School

Good169 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Petworth Community Garden0.5 km
  • 4 Ward Testing Limited0.9 km
  • Hennings Wine0.1 km
  • Hungry Guest Fish0.1 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.0 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Royal British Legion0.4 km
  • The Stonemasons Inn0.8 km
  • The Sylvia Beaufoy Youth Centre0.3 km
  • Petworth Park Sports CIC1.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Audit Room Restaurant And Coffee Shop0.1 km
  • Cherry's Bakery0.1 km
  • Cherrys Deli0.1 km
  • Co-co Cafe0.1 km
  • E Street Bar And Grill0.1 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Goodwill House Takeaway0.2 km
  • Rah Fitness0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pulborough7.2 km
  • Amberley11.1 km
  • Billingshurst11.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Square0.0 km
  • Town Square0.1 km
  • Car Park0.1 km
  • Flexible Zone0.1 km
  • Church0.1 km