BN13 3PE is a safe, established residential area on Wear Close, 0.3km from West Durrington in Worthing. Administratively it sits within Northbrook ward and the Worthing West constituency.
For serious buyers, BN13 3PE is a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £317k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN13 3PE are sourced from Output Area E00162267 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEAR CLOSE, BN13 3PE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEAR CLOSE, BN13 3PE.
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42
£ 40,600 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN13 3PE represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates BN13 3PE — age 42, 79% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN13 3PE. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 280,000
6 sales · Mean £ 286,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN13 3PE has low crime rates — 23 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.
school Local Schools
Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington
The Laurels Primary School, Worthing
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
Durrington Infant School
Durrington Junior School
Oak Grove College
Durrington High School
Palatine Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Durrington Post Office0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- Salvington Food Centre1.0 km
- Holland & Barrett0.5 km
- Kamsons Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Park View0.5 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Operative Group Food0.5 km
- Tesco West Durrington Extra0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Hot Spot1.0 km
- King Pizza & Kebab1.0 km
- Oz's Charcoal Grill1.0 km
- Trawlerman0.6 km
- Subway0.5 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Costa Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Durrington-On-Sea1.9 km
- Goring-By-Sea2.1 km
- West Worthing2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Torridge Close0.2 km
- Torridge Close0.2 km
- Arun Crescent0.2 km
- Humber Close0.2 km
- Arun Crescent0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN133PE · Data under Open Government Licence