BN16 1DF is a safe, established residential area on Worthing Road, 0.9km from Preston, East in Rustington. Administratively it sits within East Preston ward and the Worthing West constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 1DF are sourced from Output Area E00160171 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WORTHING ROAD, BN16 1DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WORTHING ROAD, BN16 1DF.
308
46
£ 46,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
BN16 1DF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN16 1DF. The average age is 45.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 1DF has low crime rates — 12 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
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
The Angmering School
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Worthing Rugby Football Club0.9 km
- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.8 km
- British Legion Club0.7 km
- The Roundstone Inn0.3 km
- The S.P Alehouse0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Haskins Garden Centres Ltd0.5 km
- Angmering Lawn Tennis Club1.0 km
- Kerry's Tea Room0.9 km
- Masala Lounge0.7 km
- Ristorantealmare0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Costcutter0.1 km
- Just Because0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd0.7 km
- One Stop0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bengal Tandoori Restaurant0.1 km
- Happy House0.9 km
- Mermaid Fish And Chips0.9 km
- Ritchies Buffet0.8 km
- Silver city food LTD0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.8 km
- Goring-By-Sea3.2 km
- Durrington-On-Sea4.7 km
Bus Stops
- Warren Crescent0.1 km
- Roundstone Drive0.2 km
- Arlington Crescent0.2 km
- Roundstone Drive0.3 km
- Fire Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BN161DF · Data under Open Government Licence