GU28 0DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Rectory Lane, 0.3km from Petworth in Petworth. Administratively it sits within Petworth ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a accessible countryside zone — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Residents here average 55 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £830k.
Census 2021 statistics for GU28 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00160731 (shared with 111 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RECTORY LANE, GU28 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RECTORY LANE, GU28 0DB.
278
55
£ 46,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU28 0DB 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 0DB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £830k, 59% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU28 0DB. The average age is 55.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 830,000
1 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU28 0DB has low crime rates — 18 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 Garden0.7 km
- 4 Ward Testing Limited0.7 km
- Hennings Wine0.3 km
- Hungry Guest Fish0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Royal British Legion0.5 km
- The Stonemasons Inn0.6 km
- The Sylvia Beaufoy Youth Centre0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Audit Room Restaurant And Coffee Shop0.1 km
- Cherry's Bakery0.3 km
- Cherrys Deli0.3 km
- Co-co Cafe0.3 km
- E Street Bar And Grill0.2 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Goodwill House Takeaway0.3 km
- Rah Fitness0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pulborough7.2 km
- Amberley11.2 km
- Billingshurst11.5 km
Bus Stops
- Church0.1 km
- Town Square0.2 km
- Market Square0.2 km
- Flexible Zone0.3 km
- Car Park0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GU280DB · Data under Open Government Licence