Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

THE CLOSE, PO18 0BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE CLOSE, PO18 0BD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

476

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO18 0BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

PO18 0BD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £950k, 60% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £950k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

PO18 0BD is a safe, established residential area on The Close, 0.5km from Lavant, Mid in Mid Lavant. Administratively it sits within Lavant ward and the Chichester constituency.

For families considering a move, PO18 0BD represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £950k.

Census 2021 statistics for PO18 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00160694 (shared with 21 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 PO18 0BD. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 822,500

2 sales · Mean £ 822,500

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

PO18 0BD has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Vehicle crime2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Lavant CofE Primary School

Good107 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Hunters Lodge0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Lavant House Stables0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fishbourne (Sussex)3.7 km
  • Chichester3.9 km
  • Bosham5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Pook Lane0.1 km
  • Pook Lane0.1 km
  • The Earl of March0.2 km
  • The Earl of March0.2 km