GU28 0AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on High Street, 0.0km from Petworth in Petworth. Administratively it sits within Petworth ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
For families considering a move, GU28 0AU represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £518k, down 58.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GU28 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00160738 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH STREET, GU28 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, GU28 0AU.
215
58
£ 46,700 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU28 0AU 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.
Area Character
GU28 0AU is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 69% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £518k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 58.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU28 0AU. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 307,500
6 sales · Mean £ 356,666
Detached
£ 606,000
4 sales · Mean £ 624,250
Flat
£ 352,500
4 sales · Mean £ 571,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU28 0AU has low crime rates — 32 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
Petworth Cof E Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Petworth Community Garden0.5 km
- 4 Ward Testing Limited1.0 km
- Hennings Wine0.1 km
- Hungry Guest Fish0.1 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.1 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Royal British Legion0.2 km
- The Stonemasons Inn0.9 km
- The Sylvia Beaufoy Youth Centre0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Audit Room Restaurant And Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Cherry's Bakery0.1 km
- Cherrys Deli0.1 km
- Co-co Cafe0.2 km
- E Street Bar And Grill0.1 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Goodwill House Takeaway0.2 km
- Rah Fitness0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pulborough7.1 km
- Amberley10.9 km
- Billingshurst11.6 km
Bus Stops
- Flexible Zone0.0 km
- Car Park0.1 km
- Market Square0.1 km
- Town Square0.2 km
- Sheepdown Drive0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU280AU · Data under Open Government Licence