Elmstone Close is in Lancing and in Adur district. BN15 9QS is located in the Churchill 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 Elmstone Close, Lancing, BN15 9QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN15 9LR, BN15 9QH, BN15 9QP, BN15 9QT, BN15 9QR, BN15 9NL, BN15 9LP, BN15 9SS, BN15 9NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN15 9QS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 55.9% | 55.6% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 44.1% | 44.4% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 24% | 23.2% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.3% | 50.2% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 8.7% | 3.4% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 16.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 10.8% |
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 | 30.6% | 36.6% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -11.8% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 35.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 19.1% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 6.4% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around BN15 9QS this area, 31.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 31.7% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 13.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 12.2% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 16.6% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.3% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 9.3% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 22% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 7.2% | 1% | -6.2% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.7% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.8% | 95.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 95.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmstone Close was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.2% lower than the Churchill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elmstone Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Churchill and the 78th lowest crime rate of 206 local areas in Adur .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Elmstone Close, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-10-24 | £321,820 |
| 7 Elmstone Close, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-08-14 | £271,356 |
| 9 Elmstone Close, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2023-09-15 | £268,093 |
| 2 Elmstone Close, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2018-03-12 | £297,647 |
| 1 Elmstone Close, Lancing, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2009-02-27 | £300,095 |
BN15 9QS 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 BN15 9QS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 234 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willows First School,the Irene Avenue , BN15 9NZ | - not rated | 415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Globe Primary School Irene Avenue , BN15 9NZ | - not rated | 415 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Globe Primary Academy Irene Avenue , BN15 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freshbrook First School, Lancing Grinstead Lane , BN15 9DP | - not rated | 885 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Templars First School, Sompting White Styles Road , Sompting BN15 0BU | - not rated | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Middle School Irene Avenue , BN15 9NZ | - not rated | 447 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Styles Middle School White Styles Road , Sompting BN15 0BU | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornberry Middle School Freshbrook Road , BN15 8DL | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst First and Middle School Chesswood Road , BN11 2AA | - not rated | 2,799 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Buckingham Community Middle School Buckingham Road , BN43 5UD | - not rated | 4,801 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 | 3out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boundstone Community College Upper Boundstone Lane , BN15 9QZ | - not rated | 557 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing Selborne Road , BN11 2JX | 4out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE High School Sackville Road , BN14 8BG | 3out of 4 | 2,990 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Worthing 65a Broadwater Road , BN14 8AH | 3out of 4 | 3,396 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Worthing College 1 Sanditon Way , BN14 9FD | - not rated | 3,968 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardmore School Wembley Gardens , BN15 9LA | - not rated | 369 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancing Montessori Centre and Ardmore School Wembley Gardens , BN15 9LA | - not rated | 369 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ardmore Montessori School Wembley Avenue , BN15 9LA | - not rated | 369 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springboard Education 55 South Street , Lancing BN15 8AN | - not rated | 1,072 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springboard Education Senior 55 South Street , BN15 8HA | - not rated | 1,146 yd | Other independent special school | No | 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 | 710 yd | |
| Azul Coffee And Eatery | 2 Queensway | 770 yd | |
| Enzo Fiore Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria O' Curniciello | 6 - 7 Queensway | 796 yd | |
| Auctioneers Kitchen | 65 Chartwell Road | 806 yd | |
| Incentive Management | Aspect House, 63 Spencer Road | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crabtree PH | The Crabtree, 140 Crabtree Lane | 225 yd | |
| Sussex County Football Association | Sussex County Football Association Culver Road | 638 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | British Legion Club, 6 Culver Road | 638 yd | |
| The Stanley Ale House | Stanley Ale House, 5 Queensway | 773 yd | |
| Harvester | Britannia Inn, 98 Grinstead Lane | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sompting Spice | 1, The Parade Cokeham Road | 509 yd | |
| Uncle Sams | 72 Crabtree Lane | 699 yd | |
| Nour Fried Chicken | 14, Queens Parade North Road | 724 yd | |
| Taylor’s Fish Bar | 55 North Road | 746 yd | |
| The Premier | 8 Queensway | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 30, Queens Parade North Road | 709 yd | |
| ASDA | Asda South Street | 862 yd | |
| Sompting Supermarket | 8, Seadown Parade, 16 Bowness Avenue | 893 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sir Robert Woodard Academy UPPER BOUNDSTONE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 393 yd |
| The Globe Primary Academy IRENE AVENUE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 463 yd |
| Croshaw Recreation Ground Grafton Drive | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| The Sir Robert Woodard Academy (Closed) Upper Boundstone Lane | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Sussex County Football Association CULVER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Monks Recreation Ground Crabtree Lane | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| South Coast Gym CHARTWELL BUSINESS CENTRE CHARTWELL BUSINESS CENTRE CHARTWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 959 yd |
| Sompting Village Primary School WHITE STYLES ROAD | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Sompting Recreation Ground Loose Lane | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 105.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.