BN16 1AB is a safe, established residential area on Downs Way, 1.0km from Preston, East in Rustington. Administratively it sits within Angmering & Findon ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
For families considering a move, BN16 1AB represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00160033 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOWNS WAY, BN16 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNS WAY, BN16 1AB.
284
46
£ 46,700 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN16 1AB 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 BN16 1AB — age 46, 82% 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 BN16 1AB. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 285,000
5 sales · Mean £ 296,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 1AB has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Angmering School
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Worthing Rugby Football Club1.0 km
- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.9 km
- British Legion Club0.7 km
- The Roundstone Inn0.6 km
- The S.P Alehouse0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Haskins Garden Centres Ltd0.8 km
- Caffe Pausa1.0 km
- Masala Lounge0.9 km
- Ristorantealmare0.8 km
- Worthing Hockey Club Ltd0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- C J Food & News0.8 km
- Angmering Village Greens1.0 km
- Costcutter0.5 km
- Just Because0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.5 km
- Happy House0.5 km
- Mermaid Fish And Chips0.5 km
- Ritchies Buffet0.4 km
- Silver city food LTD0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.4 km
- Goring-By-Sea3.6 km
- Littlehampton4.5 km
Bus Stops
- Station Rd Roundabout0.3 km
- Preston Place0.3 km
- Station Rd Roundabout0.3 km
- Preston Place0.3 km
- Angmering Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN161AB · Data under Open Government Licence