Postcode Analysis Arun, South East

WYCHWOOD WALK, PO21 4DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WYCHWOOD WALK, PO21 4DP.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 50,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO21 4DP 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Average age 60, 91% owned. PO21 4DP is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £690k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

PO21 4DP is a sought-after residential area on Wychwood Walk, 0.7km from Craigwell Manor in Bognor Regis. Administratively it sits within Aldwick East ward and the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO21, PO21 4DP offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 60 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 91% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £690k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PO21 4DP are sourced from Output Area E00160005 (shared with 11 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 PO21 4DP. The average age is 59.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 690,000

2 sales · Mean £ 690,000

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

PO21 4DP has low crime rates — 12 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 offences12
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting3
Public order1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Rose Green Infant School

Good267 pupils1.2 km
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Rose Green Junior School

Good361 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Craigweil News0.5 km
  • One Stop Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • The butchers block of craigweil0.5 km
  • Tudor Newsagency0.5 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Chatterbox Café0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mahi0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bognor Regis2.6 km
  • Barnham7.7 km
  • Chichester7.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Barrack Lane0.5 km
  • Aldwick Street0.5 km