Upton Gardens is in Worthing and in Worthing district. BN13 1DA is located in the Tarring electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upton Gardens, Worthing, BN13 1DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN13 1DJ, BN13 1BZ, BN13 1BY, BN13 1DQ, BN13 1DL, BN13 1BX, BN13 1DE, BN13 1DH, BN13 1AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN13 1DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.6% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 31.3% | 33.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 45.3% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 5.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 11% | 11.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 46.3% | 41.6% | -4.7% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 36.1% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 14.8% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 22.1% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 10.9% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.8% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 6.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 18.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 20.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.5% | 90.9% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 92.1% | 86.8% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.8% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 87.8% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.4% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.2% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 76.7% | -3.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.8% | 37.2% | 9.6% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upton Gardens was 62.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.4% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upton Gardens has the 29th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Castle and the 151st highest crime rate of 349 local areas in Worthing .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Upton Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2024-06-26 | £358,377 |
| 2 Upton Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-03-09 | £337,652 |
| 26 Upton Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2021-02-12 | £378,565 |
| 3 Upton Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-01-21 | £367,981 |
| 11 Upton Gardens, Worthing, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2020-12-01 | £351,969 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School, Worthing Derwent Drive , Goring-by-Sea BN12 6LA | 2out of 4 | 816 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Grove Primary School, Worthing Elm Grove , BN11 5LQ | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas A Becket Infant School Pelham Road , BN13 1JB | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchards Junior School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 3out of 4 | 988 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Field Place Infant School Nelson Road , BN12 6EN | 2out of 4 | 988 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 700 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 2,258 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oscar Romero Catholic School Goring Street , Goring-By-Sea BN12 5AF | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE High School Sackville Road , BN14 8BG | 2out of 4 | 2,763 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 | 2,210 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Grove College The Boulevard , BN13 1JX | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Palatine Primary School Palatine Road , BN12 6JP | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of Sion School Gratwicke Road , Worthing BN11 4BL | - not rated | 2,299 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing Broadwater Road , BN14 8HU | - not rated | 2,358 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reflections Small School Tudor Court , 52 Richmond Road BN11 1PS | - not rated | 2,367 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Gun All Stars Cheerleading | Unit 3, Friar Walk Trading Estate, 6 Friar Walk | 417 yd | |
| Tarring Priory Bowls Club | Sports Pavilion Church Road | 539 yd | |
| Chevron Catering | Worthing Indoor Bowling Club, Field Place The Boulevard | 592 yd | |
| Dukes of Tarring & Dukes Sandwiches | 2, Market House Church Road | 678 yd | |
| Superstar Arts Cafe | West Worthing Baptist Church, 45 South Street | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hand Brewing Company Ltd | Unit 6a, Garcia Trading Estate Canterbury Road | 424 yd | |
| West Worthing Working Mens Club | West Worthing Working Mens Club, 117 Elm Grove | 505 yd | |
| George And Dragon | The George And Dragon, 1 High Street | 712 yd | |
| The Grizzly Bear | The Grizzly Bear, 33 South Street | 779 yd | |
| Green Man Ale & Cider House | Green Man Ale And Cider House, 17 South Street | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley | Restaurant, 122 South Street | 725 yd | |
| Akash | 62 South Street | 767 yd | |
| Lucky Food Chinese takeaway | 60 South Street | 768 yd | |
| Dragon Inn | 2 Field Place Parade | 768 yd | |
| Mr Chippy | 11, Station Parade Tarring Road | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Durrington - The Boulevard PFS | 1 The Boulevard | 666 yd | |
| Co-operative Stores | 3 - 6 Field Place Parade | 781 yd | |
| Co-Op Stores | 23 - 25 South Street | 786 yd | |
| Fresh Vegetables & Halal Meat | 4 - 6 South Street | 850 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 69 Rectory Road | 936 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Church House Grounds Church Road | tennis courts | 551 yd |
| Field Place Manor House FIELD PLACE FIELD PLACE THE BOULEVARD | tennis courts | 575 yd |
| West Park Recreation Ground Bruce Avenue | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| Worthing Indoor Bowls Club The Boulevard | indoor bowls | 647 yd |
| Worthing Sixth Form College (Closed) Bolsover Road | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Elm Grove Primary ELM GROVE | swimming pool | 762 yd |
| Worthing Leisure Centre SHAFTESBURY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 813 yd |
| Durrington High School THE BOULEVARD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| English Martyrs Catholic Primary School DERWENT DRIVE | grass pitches | 955 yd |
| Palatine School PALATINE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 202.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.