Elm Place is in Rustington, Littlehampton and in Arun district. BN16 3BL is located in the Rustington East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Worthing West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Place, Rustington, Littlehampton, BN16 3BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN16 3BH, BN16 3BN, BN16 3DD, BN16 2DB, BN16 3BJ, BN16 2DE, BN16 3TP, BN16 2BS, BN16 3EA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN16 3BL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 59.5% | 54% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 40.5% | 46% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 17.4% | 26.8% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 39.3% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -4.9% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 16.1% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 19.8% | 15.2% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.7% | 26.7% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -21.7% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 42.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 8.8% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 25.4% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 12.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.8% | -2.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 29% | 17% | -12.0% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 11.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15% | 10.7% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.4% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.8% | 31.7% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -2.1% |
| Other | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 94.7% | 90.2% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 90.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Place was 106.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 277.3% higher than the East Preston average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Elm Place has the 6th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in East Preston and the 126th highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Elm Place, Littlehampton, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2025-08-22 | £246,209 |
| 34 Elm Place, Littlehampton, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-03-14 | £232,265 |
| Garage 34 34 Elm Place, Littlehampton, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-03-14 | £232,265 |
| 12 Elm Place, Littlehampton, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-02-03 | £233,749 |
| 28 Elm Place, Littlehampton, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-08-05 | £247,614 |
BN16 3BL 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 BN16 3BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road , Rustington BN16 3JJ | 2out of 4 | 701 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rustington Community Primary School North Lane , Rustington BN16 3PW | 3out of 4 | 853 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerlea Community Primary School Windsor Drive , Rustington BN16 3SW | 2out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Preston Junior School Lashmar Road , East Preston BN16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,687 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Preston Infant School Lashmar Road , East Preston BN16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Angmering School Station Road , Angmering BN16 4HH | 2out of 4 | 1,841 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Littlehampton Academy Fitzalan Road , BN17 6FE | 2out of 4 | 2,452 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oscar Romero Catholic School Goring Street , Goring-By-Sea BN12 5AF | 3out of 4 | 5,384 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,617 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Establo Lounge | 1 Ash Lane | 310 yd | |
| Fig Cafe & Tapas | 10, Churchill Court, 112 - 114 The Street | 339 yd | |
| Broadmark Cafe-Bar | 8, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 364 yd | |
| La Cucina | 17, Churchill Parade The Street | 402 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | 129 The Street | 417 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Windmill Public House | The Windmill Inn Mill Lane | 520 yd | |
| The Quill Rustington Ltd | 106 The Street | 528 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | Lamb Inn, 73 The Street | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 4, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 341 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 10 Worthing Road | 478 yd | |
| The Great Wall | 12 Worthing Road | 482 yd | |
| Sundarban | 20 Worthing Road | 503 yd | |
| Uncle Sams Hamburger Express | 26 Worthing Road | 521 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 1 - 3 Broadmark Lane | 375 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 14, Churchill Parade The Street | 430 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 7, Sterling Parade The Street | 517 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Superstore New Road | 696 yd | |
| Rustington Convenience Store | 59 - 61 Sea Lane | 835 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rustington Youth Centre WOODLANDS AVENUE | 440 yd | |
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road | grass pitches | 486 yd |
| Woodlands Centre Recreation Ground Woodlands Avenue | grass pitches | 496 yd |
| Rustington Community Academy NORTH LANE | grass pitches | 992 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 64.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.