Dingley Road is in Rustington, Littlehampton and in Arun district. BN16 3PY 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 Dingley Road, Rustington, Littlehampton, BN16 3PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN16 3SR, BN16 3NS, BN16 3NN, BN16 3PX, BN16 3NR, BN16 3NG, BN16 3QB, BN16 3FD, BN16 3QD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BN16 3PY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 61.9% 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 | 64% | 61.9% | -2.1% | 51.0% | 10.9% |
| Male | 36% | 38.1% | 2.1% | 49.0% | -10.9% |
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 | 13.8% | 20.7% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -17.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 33.5% | -14.3% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 18.8% | 8.5% | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| Widowed | 27.7% | 24.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 18.0% |
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 (70.1%) 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 | 18.8% | 31.3% | 12.5% | 48.4% | -17.1% |
| Good health | 40.6% | 38.8% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 30.1% | 22.8% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 10.1% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 6.4% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 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.
In the area around BN16 3PY this area, 28.2% 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 20.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 45.1% | 28.2% | -16.9% | 18.2% | 10.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 9.8% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 14.7% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 6.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 16.5% | 9.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 20.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -13.1% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.4% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95.4% | 95% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dingley Road was 76.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.5% higher than the Brookfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dingley Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Brookfield and the 193rd highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Dingley Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2024-07-31 | £525,779 |
| 34 Dingley Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2024-04-26 | £315,080 |
| 1 Dingley Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2024-03-20 | £502,588 |
| 10 Dingley Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2023-12-19 | £364,303 |
| 16 Dingley Road, Littlehampton, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-10-18 | £328,389 |
BN16 3PY 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 3PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 60% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 159 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerlea Community Primary School Windsor Drive , Rustington BN16 3SW | 2out of 4 | 793 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Georgian Gardens Community Primary School Guildford Road , Rustington BN16 3JJ | 2out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Littlehampton Highdown Drive , BN17 6HL | 2out of 4 | 2,240 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Preston Junior School Lashmar Road , East Preston BN16 1EZ | 3out of 4 | 2,316 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,836 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Angmering School Station Road , Angmering BN16 4HH | 2out of 4 | 2,422 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 | 2,069 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lemongrass | 50 The Street | 98 yd | |
| Teas and Seas | 62 The Street | 116 yd | |
| Harriet's | 1, Churchill Parade The Street | 211 yd | |
| The Coastal Coffee Co Ltd | 2, Churchill Parade The Street | 217 yd | |
| The Honeypot Cafe | 19 Sea Lane | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamb Inn | Lamb Inn, 73 The Street | 169 yd | |
| The Quill Rustington Ltd | 106 The Street | 195 yd | |
| The Windmill Public House | The Windmill Inn Mill Lane | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Express Pizza Ltd | 60 The Street | 112 yd | |
| The Street Fish Bar | 96 The Street | 163 yd | |
| Micks Chips | 7 Sea Lane | 237 yd | |
| KFC | 4, Broadmark Parade Broadmark Lane | 461 yd | |
| Sundarban | 20 Worthing Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 7, Sterling Parade The Street | 278 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 14, Churchill Parade The Street | 283 yd | |
| Rustington Convenience Store | 59 - 61 Sea Lane | 395 yd | |
| Waitrose | 1 - 3 Broadmark Lane | 497 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Centre Recreation Ground Woodlands Avenue | grass pitches | 384 yd |
| Rustington Youth Centre WOODLANDS AVENUE | 469 yd | |
| Rustington Community Academy NORTH LANE | grass pitches | 580 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 | 20.7% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 72.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 72.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.