Is PO22 0AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, PO22 0AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PO22 0AJ?

The average property price in PO22 0AJ is currently around £485k.

What is the population of PO22 0AJ?

The population for the PO22 0AJ area is approximately 117 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Arun, South East

LAKE LANE, PO22 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAKE LANE, PO22 0AJ.

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

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Population

117

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,900 /yr

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Employed

52%

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.

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4/10

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7/10

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4/10

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7/10

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2/10

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7/10

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5/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

PO22 0AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £485k, 85% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 28.2% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO22 0AJ is a sought-after residential area on Lake Lane, 0.8km from Saxby in Barnham (Arun). Administratively it sits within Barnham ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO22, PO22 0AJ offers 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 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 85% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £485k, up 28.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PO22 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00184775 (shared with 5 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 PO22 0AJ. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.6%

Asian / British Asian4.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.9%

Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

5 sales · Mean £ 366,000

Detached

£ 492,500

2 sales · Mean £ 492,500

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

PO22 0AJ has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4

Criminal damage and arson4

Burglary2

Anti-social behaviour1

Drugs1

school Local Schools

Barnham Primary School

Good298 pupils1.1 km

St Philip Howard Catholic School

Outstanding1149 pupils1.3 km

Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School

Good212 pupils1.4 km

Yapton CE Primary School

Requires Improvement284 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Murrell Arms0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Tylers Trust0.8 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Willow Tea Rooms0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Barnham1.0 km
Ford3.4 km
Arundel5.8 km