Holmes Lane is in Rustington, Littlehampton and in Arun district. BN16 2QB is located in the Rustington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holmes Lane, Rustington, Littlehampton, BN16 2QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN16 2QD, BN16 2PE, BN16 2QE, BN16 2PJ, BN17 6NL, BN16 2QA, BN17 6NR, BN16 2TY, BN16 2PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN16 2QB has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.9% of the population 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 | 56.6% | 56.9% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 5.9% |
| Male | 43.4% | 43.1% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -5.9% |
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 BN16 2QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 19.8% | 22.5% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 60.5% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 8.5% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 43.4% | 39.6% | -3.8% | 48.4% | -8.8% |
| Good health | 38% | 37.2% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 14.4% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 7.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 27.7% | 22% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 11.4% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 14.9% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 15.7% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 23.5% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -10.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.2% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 96.9% | 94.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 94.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holmes Lane was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.3% lower than the Beach average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Holmes Lane has the lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Beach and the 5th lowest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Holmes Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2025-02-17 | £756,179 |
| 10 Holmes Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2015-02-09 | £441,871 |
| 6 Holmes Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2014-02-12 | £483,760 |
| 1A Holmes Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £387,000 | 2013-04-19 | £663,525 |
| 10 Holmes Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2011-03-11 | £466,573 |
BN16 2QB 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 BN16 2QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rustington Community Primary School North Lane , Rustington BN16 3PW | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerlea Community Primary School Windsor Drive , Rustington BN16 3SW | 2out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| River Beach Primary School York Road , BN17 6EW | 3out of 4 | 1,899 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Littlehampton Highdown Drive , BN17 6HL | 2out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road , Rustington BN16 3JJ | 2out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Littlehampton Academy Fitzalan Road , BN17 6FE | 2out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Angmering School Station Road , Angmering BN16 4HH | 2out of 4 | 3,230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornfield School, Littlehampton Cornfield Close , BN17 6HY | 3out of 4 | 2,023 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon | 125 Sea Lane | 556 yd | |
| Littlehampton Wave Cafe | Littlehampton Wave Sea Road | 598 yd | |
| Tandoori Nights | 35 Sea Lane | 641 yd | |
| The Honeypot Cafe | 19 Sea Lane | 662 yd | |
| Littlehampton Swimming & Sports Centre | Littlehampton Swimming And Sports Centre Sea Road | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Inn | Lamb Inn, 73 The Street | 684 yd | |
| The Quill Rustington Ltd | 106 The Street | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Micks Chips | 7 Sea Lane | 661 yd | |
| Express Pizza Ltd | 60 The Street | 766 yd | |
| The Street Fish Bar | 96 The Street | 843 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 9, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 903 yd | |
| KFC | 4, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Littlehampton Express | 16 Finisterre Way | 520 yd | |
| Rustington Convenience Store | 59 - 61 Sea Lane | 560 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 7, Sterling Parade The Street | 874 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 14, Churchill Parade The Street | 961 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 - 3 Broadmark Lane | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Littlehampton Wave LITTLEHAMPTON WAVE LITTLEHAMPTON WAVE SEA ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 602 yd |
| Littlehampton Swimming & Sports Centre (Closed) SEA ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 671 yd |
| Southfields Recreation Ground SOUTHFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,050 yd |
| Littlehampton Town Fc THE SPORTSMAN THE SPORTSMAN ST FLORAS ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,057 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 7.7% |
| Median download speed | 41.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.08 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.08 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.85 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.