Postcode Analysis Worthing, South East

THE HEIGHTS, BN14 0AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HEIGHTS, BN14 0AJ.

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Population

371

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 52,400 /yr

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Employed

43%

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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8/10
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9/10
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3/10
workEmployment
4/10
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2/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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3/10
homeHome Ownership
10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN14 0AJ combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£710k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 16.5% year-on-year.

home £710,000 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BN14 0AJ is a sought-after residential area on The Heights, 0.6km from Findon Valley in Worthing. Administratively it sits within Offington ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.

For serious buyers, BN14 0AJ is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £710k, up 16.5% year-on-year. 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 BN14 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00162290 (shared with 10 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 BN14 0AJ. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 710,000

7 sales · Mean £ 795,714

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

BN14 0AJ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Vale School, Worthing

Good608 pupils0.9 km
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Durrington Infant School

Good279 pupils1.4 km
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Durrington Junior School

Good315 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Wild Bean Cafe & M&S Food at BP0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Valley Bar0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Anaz0.7 km
  • Linga Longa Cafe0.6 km
  • Shaz0.8 km
  • The Coffee Camp0.7 km
  • Worthing Golf Club0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Cherry House0.7 km
  • Findon Fish Bar0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • West Worthing2.9 km
  • Worthing3.0 km
  • Durrington-On-Sea3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Mayfield Close0.2 km
  • Mayfield Close0.2 km
  • Allendale Avenue0.3 km
  • Allendale Avenue0.3 km
  • Durrington Cemetery0.5 km