Ferring Street is in Ferring, Worthing and in Worthing district. BN12 5JS is located in the Ferring electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ferring Street, Ferring, Worthing, BN12 5JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN12 5JW, BN12 5RR, BN12 5JN, BN12 5JP, BN12 5RP, BN12 5JT, BN12 5JR, BN12 5RN, BN12 5RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN12 5JS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 51.1% | 52.2% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.8% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.8% | 27.2% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 44% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 18.7% | 16.2% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 11% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 | 35.3% | 45.2% | 9.9% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 32.5% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 19% | 15.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 3.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25.9% | 19.8% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 10.9% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 22.4% | 6.9% | 13.4% | 9.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 26.6% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -7.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.1% | 95.2% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 95.2% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ferring Street was 117.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 315.6% higher than the East Preston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ferring Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in East Preston and the 113th highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pump Court, 39 Ferring Street, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-07-21 | £128,124 |
| 3 Pump Court, 39 Ferring Street, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2017-05-12 | £97,570 |
| 2 Pump Court, 39 Ferring Street, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,812 | 2016-06-30 | £134,710 |
| 6 Pump Court, 39 Ferring Street, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2011-11-11 | £117,621 |
| 2 Pump Court, 39 Ferring Street, Worthing, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £33,000 | 1999-03-29 | £124,012 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BN12 5JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 544 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 | 2,121 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Laurels Primary School, Worthing Winterbourne Way , West Durrington BN13 3QH | 2out of 4 | 2,285 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Park CofE Primary (Controlled) School Marlborough Road , BN12 4HD | 3out of 4 | 2,503 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington Poplar Road , Durrington BN13 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,508 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,144 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Angmering School Station Road , Angmering BN16 4HH | 2out of 4 | 2,767 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durrington High School The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 3,467 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 5,252 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 | 1,485 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 | 2,843 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Grove College The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Restaurante Andalucia | 58 Ferring Street | 69 yd | |
| D-Cafe | 50 Ferring Street | 173 yd | |
| The Orange Tree | 7 Sea Lane | 229 yd | |
| Ferring Country Centre | Ferring Country Centre And Riding Stables Rife Way | 526 yd | |
| Highdown Vineyard | Highdown Vineyard Littlehampton Road | 712 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Henty Arms | Henty Arms, 2 Ferring Lane | 147 yd | |
| Ferring Retirement Club | Retirement Club Greystoke Road | 348 yd | |
| Goring by Sea Cricket &Football Club | Goring Cricket Club, Recreation Ground Goring Fernhurst Drive | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferring Kebab House | 100 Ferring Street | 45 yd | |
| Sea Spray | 118 Ferring Street | 59 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operatives Ltd | 74 - 78 Ferring Street | 103 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ferring Football Club GREYSTOKE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 352 yd |
| Ferring C Of E Primary School SEA LANE | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| Little Twitten Recreation Ground Sea Lane | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Highdown Field Littlehampton Road | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Chatsmore Catholic High School GORING STREET | grass pitches | 952 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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.