GU28 0BS is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Petworth in Petworth. Administratively it sits within Petworth ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.
Day-to-day life in GU28 0BS has the character of a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 34 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for GU28 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00160732 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GU28 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU28 0BS.
428
47
£ 46,700 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU28 0BS 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 47, GU28 0BS has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU28 0BS. The average age is 46.6. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU28 0BS has low crime rates — 34 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Petworth Cof E Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Petworth Community Garden0.6 km
- Hennings Wine0.3 km
- Hungry Guest Fish0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.4 km
- Petworth Gift And Clothing0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Horse Inn0.9 km
- The Royal British Legion0.1 km
- The Sylvia Beaufoy Youth Centre0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Audit Room Restaurant And Coffee Shop0.4 km
- Cherry's Bakery0.3 km
- Cherrys Deli0.3 km
- Co-co Cafe0.4 km
- E Street Bar And Grill0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Goodwill House Takeaway0.4 km
- Rah Fitness0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pulborough6.9 km
- Amberley10.8 km
- Billingshurst11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Orchard Close0.0 km
- The Surgery0.1 km
- The Surgery0.1 km
- Sheepdown Drive0.1 km
- Sheepdown Drive0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GU280BS · Data under Open Government Licence