Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

LONGACRE, PO20 0AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGACRE, PO20 0AD.

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Population

270

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Avg Age

59

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 96% owner-occupation and an average age of 59, PO20 0AD is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £389k reflects the demand.

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

PO20 0AD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Longacre, 0.6km from Crablands in Selsey. Administratively it sits within Selsey South ward and the Chichester constituency.

For serious buyers, PO20 0AD is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 59 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £389k.

Census 2021 statistics for PO20 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00160799 (shared with 9 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 PO20 0AD. The average age is 59.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.8%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 389,750

2 sales · Mean £ 389,750

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

PO20 0AD has low crime rates — 17 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 behaviour33
Violence and sexual offences24
Shoplifting8
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Seal Primary Academy

Good326 pupils0.4 km
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Medmerry Primary School

Good210 pupils0.6 km
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The Academy, Selsey

Good444 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Sunday Lunch Club0.9 km
  • Chaplins Little Shake Shop0.5 km
  • Mai Thai0.5 km
  • New Magna Tandoori Restaurant0.5 km
  • Penny's American Diner0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Beauty Bake0.4 km
  • Boots0.3 km
  • Country Gardens0.3 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Myrefills0.3 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Coastyard1.0 km
  • The Seal0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Selsey Football And Social Club0.5 km
  • The Crown Inn0.5 km
  • The Fishermans Joy0.5 km
  • The Hopp Inn0.3 km
  • The Neptune Inn0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.5 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Dens Fish Bar0.3 km
  • Fortune Inn0.4 km
  • Selsey Chinese Takeaway0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bognor Regis10.3 km
  • Chichester11.5 km
  • Fishbourne (Sussex)12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • St Hilda's Close0.1 km
  • Post Box0.2 km
  • Orchard Avenue0.2 km
  • Delivery Office0.2 km
  • Coxes Road0.2 km