Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

SHEEPDOWN DRIVE, GU28 0BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHEEPDOWN DRIVE, GU28 0BW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

253

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 46,700 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

GU28 0BW is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £875k, 60% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

GU28 0BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sheepdown Drive, 0.3km from Shimmings in Petworth. Administratively it sits within Petworth ward and the Arundel and South Downs constituency.

For families considering a move, GU28 0BW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £875k.

Census 2021 statistics for GU28 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00160729 (shared with 8 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 GU28 0BW. The average age is 56.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 18%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 792,500

2 sales · Mean £ 792,500

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

GU28 0BW has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson8
Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Petworth Cof E Primary School

Good169 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Petworth Community Garden0.7 km
  • Hennings Wine0.4 km
  • Hungry Guest Fish0.4 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Petworth Gift And Clothing0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Black Horse Inn0.8 km
  • The Royal British Legion0.2 km
  • The Sylvia Beaufoy Youth Centre0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Audit Room Restaurant And Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Cherry's Bakery0.4 km
  • Cherrys Deli0.5 km
  • Co-co Cafe0.5 km
  • E Street Bar And Grill0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Goodwill House Takeaway0.5 km
  • Rah Fitness0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Pulborough6.8 km
  • Amberley10.7 km
  • Billingshurst11.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Orchard Close0.1 km
  • Sheepdown Drive0.2 km
  • The Surgery0.2 km
  • Sheepdown Drive0.2 km
  • The Surgery0.2 km