PO18 0AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from East Lavant in Chichester. Administratively it sits within Goodwood ward and the Chichester constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO18 0AL are sourced from Output Area E00160695 (shared with 48 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO18 0AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO18 0AL.
273
51
£ 50,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO18 0AL 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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PO18 0AL — age 51, 77% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO18 0AL. The average age is 50.8. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
PO18 0AL has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Lavant CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Royal Oak0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chichester4.0 km
- Fishbourne (Sussex)4.2 km
- Bosham5.7 km
Bus Stops
- The Earl of March0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO180AL · Data under Open Government Licence