Blacksmiths Mews is in Worthing and in Worthing district. BN11 3GA is located in the Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blacksmiths Mews, Worthing, BN11 3GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN11 3HG, BN11 3BX, BN11 3BZ, BN11 3GB, BN11 1RL, BN11 1AW, BN11 3DB, BN11 3BY, BN11 1TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN11 3GA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.7% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BN11 3GA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50.8% | 51.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.2% | 25.6% | 0.4% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 6.7% | 2.3% | -4.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 15.5% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.9% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.2% | 47.1% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 32.9% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 15.2% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.4% | 20.5% | 4.1% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 7.9% | -9.3% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 15.7% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 13.8% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.8% | 31.9% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 5.5% | 6.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 1.9% | -2.6% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 6.6% | 7.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 5.8% |
| Black African | 3.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 80.6% | 78.1% | -2.5% | 81.4% | -3.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 67.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 67.7% | -4.6% | 83.2% | -15.5% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 13.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 5.6% | 4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72% | 67.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 4.5% | 16.1% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.4% | 7.7% | -2.7% | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.9% | 4.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 3.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 6.7% | 1.5% | 5.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 7.5% | 6.5% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blacksmiths Mews was 351.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.2% higher than the Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blacksmiths Mews has the 12th highest crime rate of 88 local areas in Central and the 20th highest crime rate of 349 local areas in Worthing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 162.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 5 Blacksmiths Mews, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £94,000 | 2013-01-17 | £143,952 |
BN11 3GA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundstone Nursery School Upper Boundstone Lane , BN15 9QX | 4out of 4 | 4,510 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Cobden Road , BN11 4BD | 1out of 4 | 500 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heene CofE Primary School Norfolk Street , BN11 4BB | 2out of 4 | 608 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chesswood Junior School 53 Chesswood Road , BN11 2AA | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield Infant School and Nursery Sackville Road , BN14 8BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Grove Primary School, Worthing Elm Grove , BN11 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 1,874 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,535 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE High School Sackville Road , BN14 8BG | 2out of 4 | 1,633 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing Selborne Road , BN11 2JX | 3out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Durrington High School The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 2,992 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Brighton Metropolitan College Littlehampton Road , BN12 6NU | - not rated | 4,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Sion School Gratwicke Road , Worthing BN11 4BL | - not rated | 297 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reflections Small School Tudor Court , 52 Richmond Road BN11 1PS | - not rated | 475 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educate U Unit 2, , 58c Chapel Road BN12 6JT | - not rated | 717 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seadown School Seadown House, 1a Farncombe Road , BN11 2BE | - not rated | 1,366 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing Broadwater Road , BN14 8HU | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Bertie's | 139 Montague Street | 32 yd | |
| Yamu Yamu | 134 Montague Street | 38 yd | |
| Dosa Express | Restaurant, 136 Montague Street | 43 yd | |
| Jenito’s Fried Chicken | 143 Montague Street | 43 yd | |
| Pizzaface also trading as Boho Gelato | 138 Montague Street | 48 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wax Cactus | 114 - 116 Montague Street | 27 yd | |
| Anchored in Worthing | Anchored In Worthing, 27 West Buildings | 79 yd | |
| The Rose and Crown | The Rose And Crown, 169 - 173 Montague Street | 81 yd | |
| Jbs Bar | Jbs Bar New Street | 136 yd | |
| The Last Melon also trading as Woods Takeaway | 6 New Street | 161 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memosh | 165 Montague Street | 62 yd | |
| Marine Event Caterers | 154 Montague Street | 116 yd | |
| Sha's | 113 Montague Street | 136 yd | |
| No49 | 49 Rowlands Road | 321 yd | |
| New Jasmine Garden | Restaurant, 65 Rowlands Road | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Welcome | 1 - 3, Plaza Parade Rowlands Road | 158 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer (Food) | 51 - 59 Montague Street | 326 yd | |
| Ideal Super Market (Worthing) Ltd | 55 - 57 Rowlands Road | 341 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 23 - 25 Chapel Road | 545 yd | |
| Iceland | Shop, 1 - 4, Pavilion Parade South Street | 565 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of Sion School GRATWICKE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 356 yd |
| Reps Health Studios (Closed) Grafton Place | health and fitness suite | 404 yd |
| Gym Xtreme BATH PLACE | health and fitness suite | 443 yd |
| Trax Health & Fitness Club 68A 68A HEENE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 618 yd |
| Victoria Park Recreation Ground Norfolk Street | grass pitches | 775 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.