Harwood Avenue is in Goring By Sea, Worthing and in Worthing district. BN12 6EJ is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harwood Avenue, Goring By Sea, Worthing, BN12 6EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN12 6EN, BN12 6JR, BN12 6EH, BN12 6EQ, BN12 6EL, BN12 6JW, BN12 6JG, BN12 6JB, BN12 6JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN12 6EJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 53% | 52% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 47% | 48% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 6EJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 21.3% | 21.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -16.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 56.5% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.5% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 9.9% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 38.7% | 41.4% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 38.5% | -2.1% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 12.9% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 23.9% | 18.1% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 15.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 15.2% | 3.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 29.1% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 7.4% | 2.1% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 98.1% | 90.3% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.8% 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 | 95.9% | 92.8% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 92.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| North Africa | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Jewish | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harwood Avenue was 10.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.2% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harwood Avenue has the 4th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Castle and the 21st lowest crime rate of 349 local areas in Worthing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

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 Harwood Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2025-02-06 | £376,004 |
| 25 Harwood Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £416,500 | 2023-11-13 | £415,670 |
| 42 Harwood Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2023-10-27 | £341,705 |
| 26 Harwood Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-04-14 | £457,302 |
| 44 Harwood Avenue, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2020-02-27 | £462,949 |
BN12 6EJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 6EJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchards Junior School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 3out of 4 | 212 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Place Infant School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 2out of 4 | 212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing Derwent Drive , Goring-by-Sea BN12 6LA | 2out of 4 | 513 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawthorns Primary School, Durrington Poplar Road , Durrington BN13 3EZ | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Laurels Primary School, Worthing Winterbourne Way , West Durrington BN13 3QH | 2out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durrington High School The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oscar Romero Catholic School Goring Street , Goring-By-Sea BN12 5AF | 3out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 2,853 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 3,383 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE High School Sackville Road , BN14 8BG | 2out of 4 | 3,902 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,071 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 | 412 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Grove College The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Sion School Gratwicke Road , Worthing BN11 4BL | - not rated | 3,372 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing Broadwater Road , BN14 8HU | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reflections Small School Tudor Court , 52 Richmond Road BN11 1PS | - not rated | 3,462 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Strand Fish and Chips | 6 Strand Parade | 516 yd | |
| Limbrick Corner Cafe | Unit A, Limbrick Corner Palatine Road | 608 yd | |
| Chevron Catering | Worthing Indoor Bowling Club, Field Place The Boulevard | 649 yd | |
| Southern Water | Southern House Yeoman Road | 779 yd | |
| Bird & Blend Tea Co. Worthing | Unit 3, 6 Woods Way | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | Golden Lion, 7 The Strand | 546 yd | |
| Sussex Yeoman | Hungry Horse Palatine Road | 596 yd | |
| Goring Conservative Club | Goring By Sea Conservative Club, 49 Mulberry Lane | 1,056 yd | |
| North Star | North Star Littlehampton Road | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Inn | 2 Field Place Parade | 590 yd | |
| China House | 3, Limbrick Corner Palatine Road | 601 yd | |
| Goring Fish Bar | 8, Limbrick Corner Limbrick Lane | 618 yd | |
| The Cabin | Mulberry House, 7 Woods Way | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Durrington - The Boulevard PFS | 1 The Boulevard | 510 yd | |
| Co-operative Stores | 3 - 6 Field Place Parade | 580 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Orchards Junior School NELSON ROAD | grass pitches | 98 yd |
| Palatine School PALATINE ROAD | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School DERWENT DRIVE | grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Palatine Park PALATINE ROAD | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Worthing Indoor Bowls Club The Boulevard | indoor bowls | 605 yd |
| Field Place Manor House FIELD PLACE FIELD PLACE THE BOULEVARD | tennis courts | 663 yd |
| Worthing Sixth Form College (Closed) Bolsover Road | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Worthing Leisure Centre SHAFTESBURY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 886 yd |
| Durrington High School THE BOULEVARD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 970 yd |
| West Park Ce Primary School MARLBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.