Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

RAUGHMERE DRIVE, PO18 0AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAUGHMERE DRIVE, PO18 0AB.

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Population

476

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 50,200 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO18 0AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PO18 0AB combines high owner-occupation (60%), strong property values (£775k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £775k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 38.5% year-on-year.

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

PO18 0AB is a safe, established residential area on Raughmere Drive, 0.7km from Lavant, East in Mid Lavant. Administratively it sits within Lavant ward and the Chichester constituency.

For families considering a move, PO18 0AB represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 45 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £775k, up 38.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PO18 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00160694 (shared with 21 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 PO18 0AB. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 900,000

1 sales · Mean £ 900,000

Semi-Detached

£ 650,000

1 sales · Mean £ 650,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

PO18 0AB has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Lavant CofE Primary School

Good107 pupils0.8 km
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Fordwater School, Chichester

Good140 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Lavant House Stables0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chichester3.6 km
  • Fishbourne (Sussex)3.8 km
  • Bosham5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Pook Lane0.3 km
  • Pook Lane0.3 km
  • The Earl of March0.5 km
  • The Earl of March0.5 km