BN13 3SU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from West Durrington in Worthing. Administratively it sits within Northbrook ward and the Worthing West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BN13 3SU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 81% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BN13 3SU are sourced from Output Area E00162262 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN13 3SU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN13 3SU.
337
35
£ 49,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN13 3SU 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
With 81% social renting, BN13 3SU is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN13 3SU. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN13 3SU has low crime rates — 39 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
The Laurels Primary School, Worthing
Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington
English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing
Palatine Primary School
Orchards Junior School
Field Place Infant School
Oak Grove College
Durrington High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Fitzpatrick & Son (Butchers)0.8 km
- Holland & Barrett0.2 km
- Kamsons Pharmacy0.2 km
- Marie Curie0.2 km
- McColls0.8 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Sussex Yeoman0.8 km
- West Worthing Club CIC0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa Ltd0.2 km
- Incentive Facilities Management0.6 km
- Limbrick Corner Cafe0.8 km
- Southern Water0.7 km
- Theatre & Theatre Bar0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco West Durrington Extra0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- China House0.8 km
- Goring Fish Bar0.9 km
- Subway0.2 km
- Taco Bell0.2 km
- Yo! To Go!0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Goring-By-Sea1.5 km
- Durrington-On-Sea1.8 km
- West Worthing2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Durrington Moore Close0.2 km
- Orkney Court0.2 km
- Buttercup Row0.3 km
- Faraday Close0.3 km
- Leeds Close0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN133SU · Data under Open Government Licence