PO21 1BL is an active urban area located 0.2km from Bognor Regis in Bognor Regis. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Hotham ward and the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton constituency.
Day-to-day life in PO21 1BL has the character of a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime rates are high (175 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for PO21 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00184734 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO21 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO21 1BL.
553
35
£ 44,500 /yr
30%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO21 1BL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PO21 1BL is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO21 1BL. The average age is 35.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near PO21 1BL are high at 175 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Edward Bryant School
Bognor Regis Nursery School
South Bersted CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Bognor Regis Bowls Club0.4 km
- The Bognor Cockle0.3 km
- Bognor Rock Shop0.2 km
- Patel News0.5 km
- Grape Tree0.1 km
- + 31 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Royal Norfolk Hotel0.6 km
- Ocean Hotel0.7 km
- Shoreline Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- 381 Restaurant0.4 km
- Star and Garter0.5 km
- Punch and Judy0.1 km
- The Claremont Inn0.6 km
- The Dog and Duck0.2 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
53 nearby- Chez Moi1.0 km
- Legends Sportsbar & Grill/ Club Sheiks/club Vision0.3 km
- Pier Coffee Shop0.3 km
- The Coastal Coffee Co.0.4 km
- The dolphin cafe0.4 km
- + 48 more
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Peri Peri House0.3 km
- Sussex Fryer0.5 km
- Best kebab0.3 km
- Greggs0.2 km
- healthy kitchen0.1 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.2 km
- Bucharest super market0.4 km
- Morrisons0.4 km
- Nisa Supermarket0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bognor Regis0.5 km
- Barnham5.9 km
- Ford8.4 km
Bus Stops
- York Road0.1 km
- High Street0.1 km
- High Street0.1 km
- High Street0.1 km
- High Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PO211BL · Data under Open Government Licence