PO21 5SF is a safe, established residential area on Hertford Close, 1.2km from Rose Green in Bognor Regis. Administratively it sits within Aldwick East ward and the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO21, PO21 5SF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k, down 2.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PO21 5SF are sourced from Output Area E00159996 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HERTFORD CLOSE, PO21 5SF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HERTFORD CLOSE, PO21 5SF.
324
47
£ 50,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PO21 5SF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 78% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 2.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO21 5SF. The average age is 47.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 360,000
2 sales · Mean £ 360,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO21 5SF has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nyewood CofE Junior School
Nyewood CofE Infant School, Bognor Regis
The Regis School
Southway Primary School
Bognor Regis Nursery School
Rose Green Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- One Stop Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Tudor Newsagency0.7 km
- Jordan Butchers1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Oakmeres0.9 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Martlets0.5 km
- Aldwick British Legion0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Chatterbox Café0.9 km
- Anokha0.2 km
- Lee's Function Foods0.8 km
- West Park cafe Limited1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Mahi0.9 km
- China Garden Chinese takeway0.9 km
- The Bru Trane0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- WESTMEADS MINI MARKET0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Old Chapel Forge0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bognor Regis1.9 km
- Barnham6.6 km
- Chichester7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Exeter Close0.1 km
- Exeter Close0.1 km
- Nuffield Close0.1 km
- Nuffield Close0.2 km
- Trinity Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO215SF · Data under Open Government Licence