BN43 5AX is a well-regarded residential area on Ravens Road, 0.7km from Shoreham Beach in Shoreham-by-Sea. Administratively it sits within St Nicolas ward and the East Worthing and Shoreham constituency.
For serious buyers, BN43 5AX is a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 70 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 13.3% 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 5AX are sourced from Output Area E00159941 (shared with 45 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAVENS ROAD, BN43 5AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAVENS ROAD, BN43 5AX.
188
46
£ 45,700 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BN43 5AX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BN43 5AX's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £160k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £160k. Property prices are trending up 13.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BN43 5AX. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 170,000
3 sales · Mean £ 166,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BN43 5AX is moderate at 70 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.
school Local Schools
Swiss Gardens Primary School
Buckingham Park Primary School
St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School
St Peter's Catholic Primary School
Shoreham Beach Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Albion Convenience Store0.7 km
- Apres Chocolat0.4 km
- Beach Bakery0.7 km
- Best Health Food Shop0.3 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- Bridge Inn Bartley Kitchen0.4 km
- Crown & Anchor0.4 km
- Duke Of Wellington0.5 km
- Ferry Inn0.4 km
- Piston Broke0.4 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Artisan Cafe0.3 km
- Calcutta 160.4 km
- Chambers Bistro0.4 km
- Drift0.4 km
- Dunelm Mill0.7 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Op0.4 km
- Premier Maxi's Supermarket0.4 km
- Co-Op0.3 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
20 nearby- Blundens0.4 km
- Charcoal Grill0.4 km
- Cotts & Linz Ice Cream Cafe0.7 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Gusto Pizza Pasta0.3 km
- + 15 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shoreham-By-Sea0.2 km
- Southwick2.7 km
- Lancing3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Southdown Road0.1 km
- Southdown Road0.2 km
- Shoreham-by-Sea Railway Station0.2 km
- Shoreham-by-Sea Railway Station0.2 km
- Shoreham-by-Sea (Sussex) Rail Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BN435AX · Data under Open Government Licence