BN16 3SS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 1.0km from Rustington in Rustington. Administratively it sits within Rustington East ward and the Worthing West constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BN16 3SS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 70% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 17% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BN16 3SS are sourced from Output Area E00160429 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BN16 3SS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BN16 3SS.
235
47
£ 46,700 /yr
33%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN16 3SS 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 70% social renting, BN16 3SS 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 BN16 3SS. The average age is 46.8. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BN16 3SS has low crime rates — 40 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School
East Preston Infant School
East Preston Junior School
The Angmering School
Rustington Community Primary School
Summerlea Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Barry Wadsworth0.9 km
- Boots The Chemist0.9 km
- C J Food & News0.1 km
- Cook0.9 km
- Country life pet supplies0.7 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Windmill Public House0.6 km
- British Legion Club0.9 km
- East Preston & Kingston Bowls Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Broadmark Cafe-Bar0.8 km
- Caffe Pausa0.5 km
- Charlottes Kitchen0.7 km
- Costa Ltd0.9 km
- Costa Ltd0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Iceland Foods Ltd0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
- Tesco Express1.0 km
- Waitrose0.8 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Charcoal Grill0.7 km
- KFC0.8 km
- Sundarban0.7 km
- The Great Wall0.7 km
- Uncle Sams Hamburger Express0.7 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Angmering0.5 km
- Littlehampton3.7 km
- Goring-By-Sea4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Rustington Hall0.2 km
- Rustington Hall0.2 km
- Sea Avenue0.3 km
- Sea Avenue0.3 km
- Sheep Fold Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BN163SS · Data under Open Government Licence