Postcode Analysis Arun, South East

DOWNS WAY, BN16 1AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNS WAY, BN16 1AF.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BN16 1AF 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.

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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

BN16 1AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BN16 1AF 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.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 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 £290k.

Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00160033 (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 BN16 1AF. 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

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian2.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

4 sales · Mean £ 315,500

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

BN16 1AF has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson7
Public order6
Vehicle crime6

school Local Schools

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East Preston Infant School

Good262 pupils0.6 km
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East Preston Junior School

Good312 pupils0.6 km
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The Angmering School

Good1315 pupils0.7 km
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Georgian Gardens Community Primary School

Good398 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Worthing Rugby Football Club0.8 km
  • East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.9 km
  • British Legion Club0.8 km
  • The Roundstone Inn0.2 km
  • The S.P Alehouse0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Haskins Garden Centres Ltd0.4 km
  • Kerry's Tea Room1.0 km
  • Masala Lounge0.8 km
  • Ristorantealmare0.7 km
  • Worthing Hockey Club Ltd0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Costcutter0.1 km
  • Just Because0.7 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.8 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.0 km
  • Happy House0.9 km
  • Mermaid Fish And Chips0.9 km
  • Ritchies Buffet0.8 km
  • Silver city food LTD0.7 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Angmering0.8 km
  • Goring-By-Sea3.2 km
  • Durrington-On-Sea4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Arlington Crescent0.2 km
  • Roundstone Drive0.2 km
  • Warren Crescent0.2 km
  • Roundstone Drive0.2 km
  • Arlington Crescent0.3 km