Postcode Analysis Adur, South East

SOUTHDOWN ROAD, BN43 5AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHDOWN ROAD, BN43 5AN.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 45,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BN43 5AN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BN43 5AN combines high owner-occupation (93%), strong property values (£329k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £329k. Property prices are trending up 112.5% year-on-year.

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

BN43 5AN is a well-regarded residential area on Southdown Road, 0.7km from Shoreham Beach in Shoreham-by-Sea. Administratively it sits within St Nicolas ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BN43, BN43 5AN offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 55 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 93% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £329k, up 112.5% 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 BN43 5AN are sourced from Output Area E00159940 (shared with 19 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 BN43 5AN. The average age is 54.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Flat

£ 247,500

34 sales · Mean £ 248,922

Semi-Detached

£ 870,000

3 sales · Mean £ 978,333

Terraced

£ 489,000

1 sales · Mean £ 489,000

Detached

£ 665,000

1 sales · Mean £ 665,000

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

Crime around BN43 5AN is moderate at 69 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting154
Violence and sexual offences80
Anti-social behaviour71
Criminal damage and arson26
Public order26

school Local Schools

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Swiss Gardens Primary School

Good425 pupils0.3 km
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Buckingham Park Primary School

Good551 pupils0.5 km
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St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School

Good0.8 km
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St Peter's Catholic Primary School

Good0.9 km
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Shoreham Beach Primary School

Good201 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Albion Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Apres Chocolat0.4 km
  • Beach Bakery0.8 km
  • Best Health Food Shop0.3 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Bridge Inn Bartley Kitchen0.4 km
  • Crown & Anchor0.5 km
  • Duke Of Wellington0.6 km
  • Ferry Inn0.4 km
  • Piston Broke0.4 km
  • + 15 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Artisan Cafe0.4 km
  • Calcutta 160.4 km
  • Chambers Bistro0.4 km
  • Drift0.4 km
  • Dunelm Mill0.8 km
  • + 24 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-Op0.4 km
  • Premier Maxi's Supermarket0.4 km
  • Co-Op0.4 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Blundens0.4 km
  • Charcoal Grill0.4 km
  • Cotts & Linz Ice Cream Cafe0.8 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.4 km
  • Gusto Pizza Pasta0.3 km
  • + 15 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shoreham-By-Sea0.3 km
  • Southwick2.8 km
  • Lancing3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Southdown Road0.1 km
  • Southdown Road0.1 km
  • Swiss Gardens Primary School0.2 km
  • Shoreham-by-Sea Railway Station0.2 km
  • Shoreham-by-Sea Railway Station0.3 km