Amberley Drive is in Goring By Sea, Worthing and in Worthing district. BN12 4QJ is located in the Goring electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Amberley Drive, Goring By Sea, Worthing, BN12 4QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN12 4QH, BN12 4XQ, BN12 4QQ, BN12 4XD, BN12 4ST, BN12 4SU, BN12 4XF, BN12 4XG, BN12 4SX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN12 4QJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 55.5% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 47.1% | 44.5% | -2.6% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN12 4QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 12.4% | 17.8% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -20.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.6% | 53.1% | -15.5% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 11.7% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 11.6% | 15% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 8.9% |
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 | 46.4% | 32.3% | -14.1% | 48.4% | -16.1% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 43.7% | 8.4% | 33.6% | 10.1% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 19.2% | 4.5% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 9.9% | 20.1% | 10.2% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10.3% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 3.7% | -1.7% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 15% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 28% | -11.3% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 4.7% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.1% | 93.4% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 85.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 85.7% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 5.7% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 86% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.6% | 9.6% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1.7% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Amberley Drive was 68.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.8% higher than the Goring average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Amberley Drive has the 6th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Goring and the 142nd highest crime rate of 349 local areas in Worthing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Amberley Drive, Worthing, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2020-08-27 | £948,535 |
| 56 Amberley Drive, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2009-10-30 | £464,721 |
BN12 4QJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BN12 4QJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 122 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferring C of E Primary School Sea Lane , Ferring BN12 5DU | 2out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goring-By-Sea CofE (Aided) Primary School Mulberry Lane , Goring-by-Sea BN12 4RN | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School Marlborough Road , BN12 4HD | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchards Junior School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Place Infant School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 2out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Oscar Romero Catholic School Goring Street , Goring-By-Sea BN12 5AF | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durrington High School The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Angmering School Station Road , Angmering BN16 4HH | 2out of 4 | 4,259 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 4,338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 4,883 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,781 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palatine Primary School Palatine Road , BN12 6JP | 3out of 4 | 2,497 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Grove College The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 2,907 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Sion School Gratwicke Road , Worthing BN11 4BL | - not rated | 4,269 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reflections Small School Tudor Court , 52 Richmond Road BN11 1PS | - not rated | 4,430 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educate U Unit 2, , 58c Chapel Road BN12 6JT | - not rated | 4,758 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides | 124 Aldsworth Avenue | 873 yd | |
| The Verandah | 322 Goring Road | 876 yd | |
| Goring Cafe and Restaurant | 282 Goring Road | 922 yd | |
| Monsoon Goring | 274 Goring Road | 939 yd | |
| Sea Lane Cafe | Sea Lane Cafe Marine Crescent | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull | Bull Inn Goring Street | 661 yd | |
| Goring by Sea Cricket &Football Club | Goring Cricket Club, Recreation Ground Goring Fernhurst Drive | 683 yd | |
| The Mulberry | Public House, The Mulberry Goring Road | 732 yd | |
| Goring Conservative Club | Goring By Sea Conservative Club, 49 Mulberry Lane | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goring KFC | 339 Goring Road | 793 yd | |
| Fortune Inn | 344 Goring Road | 850 yd | |
| Goring fish n chips | 299 Goring Road | 856 yd | |
| Golden China | 336 Goring Road | 858 yd | |
| Chef Canton | 134 Aldsworth Avenue | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | 341 Goring Road | 770 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 104 Goring Way | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goring Hall Recreation Ground Aldsworth Avenue | grass pitches | 234 yd |
| Fernhurst Recreation Ground (Worthing) Fernhurst Drive | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Goring Recreation Ground Fernhurst Drive | grass pitches | 689 yd |
| Chatsmore Catholic High School GORING STREET | grass pitches | 1,053 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.