Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

EAST STREET, PO20 0BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST STREET, PO20 0BX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

273

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 41,500 /yr

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Employed

41%

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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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 84% owner-occupation and an average age of 55, PO20 0BX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £338k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 53.0% year-on-year.

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

PO20 0BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on East Street, 1.0km from Crablands in Selsey. Administratively it sits within Selsey South ward and the Chichester constituency.

For serious buyers, PO20 0BX is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 84% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £338k, up 53.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PO20 0BX are sourced from Output Area E00160794 (shared with 10 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 0BX. The average age is 55.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 322,625

2 sales · Mean £ 322,625

Semi-Detached

£ 323,250

4 sales · Mean £ 314,625

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

PO20 0BX has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences32
Anti-social behaviour21
Criminal damage and arson9
Public order4
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Seal Primary Academy

Good326 pupils0.3 km
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Medmerry Primary School

Good210 pupils0.6 km
S

The Academy, Selsey

Good444 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Sunday Lunch Club0.6 km
  • Chaplins Little Shake Shop0.5 km
  • Jabir Indian Takeaway0.7 km
  • Mai Thai0.5 km
  • New Magna Tandoori Restaurant0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Beauty Bake0.6 km
  • Boots0.6 km
  • Country Gardens0.6 km
  • D And D Fisheries0.6 km
  • East Beach Stores0.7 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • The Coastyard0.8 km
  • The Seal0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Selsey Football And Social Club0.6 km
  • The Crown Inn0.5 km
  • The Fishermans Joy0.0 km
  • The Hopp Inn0.6 km
  • The Neptune Inn0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.6 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Dens Fish Bar0.6 km
  • Fortune Inn0.6 km
  • Julie's0.6 km
  • Nice Plaice0.7 km
  • Paddy's Plaice0.7 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bognor Regis9.9 km
  • Chichester11.3 km
  • Fishbourne (Sussex)12.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Fishermans Joy0.1 km
  • The Fishermans Joy0.1 km
  • Cotland Road0.2 km
  • Sunnymead Drive0.2 km
  • Slattsfield Close0.3 km