Ash Lane is in Rustington, Littlehampton and in Arun district. BN16 3BS 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 Ash Lane, Rustington, Littlehampton, BN16 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN16 3EJ, BN16 3BT, BN16 3EH, BN16 3ER, BN16 3DD, BN16 3BJ, BN16 3EU, BN16 3BW, BN16 3ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN16 3BS, 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 Ash Lane 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.
Ash Lane 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 Ash Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2024-06-07 | £326,422 |
| 85 Ash Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £251,000 | 2024-02-21 | £257,920 |
| 81 Ash Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-04-17 | £259,464 |
| 75 Ash Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2021-10-29 | £142,184 |
| 99 Ash Lane, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2020-01-09 | £281,714 |
BN16 3BS 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 3BS 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rustington Community Primary School North Lane , Rustington BN16 3PW | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road , Rustington BN16 3JJ | 2out of 4 | 887 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerlea Community Primary School Windsor Drive , Rustington BN16 3SW | 2out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Preston Junior School Lashmar Road , East Preston BN16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,876 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Preston Infant School Lashmar Road , East Preston BN16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,934 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 | 1,989 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Littlehampton Academy Fitzalan Road , BN17 6FE | 2out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,434 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 | 216 yd | |
| Fig Cafe & Tapas | 10, Churchill Court, 112 - 114 The Street | 218 yd | |
| La Cucina | 17, Churchill Parade The Street | 277 yd | |
| Greggs | 11, Churchill Parade The Street | 302 yd | |
| Broadmark Cafe-Bar | 8, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 314 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Quill Rustington Ltd | 106 The Street | 374 yd | |
| The Windmill Public House | The Windmill Inn Mill Lane | 533 yd | |
| Lamb Inn | Lamb Inn, 73 The Street | 576 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 4, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 289 yd | |
| The Street Fish Bar | 96 The Street | 401 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 10 Worthing Road | 448 yd | |
| The Great Wall | 12 Worthing Road | 450 yd | |
| Sundarban | 20 Worthing Road | 454 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 14, Churchill Parade The Street | 295 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 - 3 Broadmark Lane | 340 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 7, Sterling Parade The Street | 387 yd | |
| Rustington Convenience Store | 59 - 61 Sea Lane | 701 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Superstore New Road | 781 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rustington Youth Centre WOODLANDS AVENUE | 304 yd | |
| Woodlands Centre Recreation Ground Woodlands Avenue | grass pitches | 332 yd |
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Rustington Community Academy NORTH LANE | grass pitches | 817 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 | 35.3% |
| 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 | 68.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.