Orchard Avenue is in Lancing and in Adur district. BN15 9EA is located in the Mash Barn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Worthing and Shoreham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Avenue, Lancing, BN15 9EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN15 9PG, BN15 9QG, BN15 9PQ, BN15 9PF, BN15 9PE, BN15 9DZ, BN15 9PT, BN15 9DP, BN15 9BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BN15 9EA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 49.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 28.6% | 35.2% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 46% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 10.5% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 52.8% | 46.8% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 36.9% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 4.1% | 2.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 21.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 12.5% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 13.8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21% | 22.5% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 9.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 21.5% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.7% | 21.1% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -12.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.8% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 97.5% | 94.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 41% | 46.2% | -5.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Avenue was 88.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 198.0% higher than the Cokeham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Avenue has the 6th highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Cokeham and the 48th highest crime rate of 209 local areas in Adur .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 87.8%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlast Orchard Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-01-10 | £306,971 |
| 25 Orchard Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-09-30 | £315,367 |
| 22 Orchard Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-08-17 | £374,866 |
| 1 Orchard Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-12-20 | £340,208 |
| Atlast Orchard Avenue, Lancing, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-12-17 | £366,770 |
BN15 9EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BN15 9EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 52 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 790 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Globe Primary Academy Irene Avenue , BN15 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 397 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Lancing Primary School Mill Road , Adur BN15 0PT | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaside Primary School Freshbrook Road , BN15 8DL | 4out of 4 | 1,034 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sompting Village Primary School White Styles Road , Sompting BN15 0BU | 2out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramber Primary School Bramber Road , BN14 8QB | 3out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sir Robert Woodard Academy Upper Boundstone Lane , BN15 9QZ | 2out of 4 | 770 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing Selborne Road , BN11 2JX | 3out of 4 | 3,139 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE High School Sackville Road , BN14 8BG | 2out of 4 | 3,763 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 4,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worthing High School South Farm Road , BN14 7AR | 3out of 4 | 4,720 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springboard Education 55 South Street , Lancing BN15 8AN | - not rated | 1,068 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College , BN15 0RW | - not rated | 1,951 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sompting Abbotts School Church Lane , Sompting BN15 0AZ | - not rated | 2,323 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seadown School Seadown House, 1a Farncombe Road , BN11 2BE | - not rated | 3,913 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing College Preparatory School at Worthing Broadwater Road , BN14 8HU | - not rated | 4,062 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeliBean | 2, Queens Parade North Road | 461 yd | |
| Azul Coffee And Eatery | 2 Queensway | 483 yd | |
| Enzo Fiore Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria O' Curniciello | 6 - 7 Queensway | 490 yd | |
| Naaz Tandoori | 14 - 16 North Road | 655 yd | |
| BHAFC American Express Elite | Brighton And Hove Albion Training Ground, 60 Mash Barn Lane | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester | Britannia Inn, 98 Grinstead Lane | 154 yd | |
| The Stanley Ale House | Stanley Ale House, 5 Queensway | 480 yd | |
| Sussex County Football Association | Sussex County Football Association Culver Road | 537 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | British Legion Club, 6 Culver Road | 537 yd | |
| Miller and Carter | Miller And Carter, 43 Manor Road | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pan & Kebab | 26 Crabtree Lane | 104 yd | |
| Naima | 32 Crabtree Lane | 108 yd | |
| Uncle Sams | 72 Crabtree Lane | 182 yd | |
| Nour Fried Chicken | 14, Queens Parade North Road | 434 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 3 - 4 Queensway | 482 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 30, Queens Parade North Road | 429 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda South Street | 817 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Monks Recreation Ground Crabtree Lane | grass pitches | 347 yd |
| The Globe Primary Academy IRENE AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 456 yd |
| Sussex County Football Association CULVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 513 yd |
| Lancing Manor Park Manor Road | grass pitches | 640 yd |
| American Express Elite Football Performance Centre MASH BARN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 673 yd |
| Impulse Leisure (Lancing Manor) Manor Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 776 yd |
| North Lancing Primary School MILL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 798 yd |
| The Sir Robert Woodard Academy (Closed) Upper Boundstone Lane | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Sir Robert Woodard Academy UPPER BOUNDSTONE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 913 yd |
| Seaside Primary School FRESHBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 949 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 | 139.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.