Tortington Lane is in Tortington, Arundel and in Arun district. BN18 0BQ is located in the Arundel & Walberton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tortington Lane, Tortington, Arundel, BN18 0BQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BN18 0BQ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 48% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 51.6% | 52% | 0.4% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of BN18 0BQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.9% 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 | 25.6% | 20.9% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.5% | 55.9% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 11.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 11.9% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 51.1% | 45.2% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 39.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 10% | 13.2% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 12.5% | 14% | 1.5% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 11.7% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 13.4% | -5.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 17.9% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 36.3% | -1.8% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 100% | 92.4% | -7.6% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 93.2% | 93% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 3.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 93% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.4% | 76.7% | 16.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Middle East | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tortington Lane was 94.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.3% lower than the Arundel & Walberton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tortington Lane has the 15th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Arundel & Walberton and the 147th highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 65 Broad Green Cottages Tortington Lane, Arundel, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2019-07-25 | £691,269 |
| 65 Broad Green Cottages Tortington Lane, Arundel, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2011-07-01 | £731,030 |
| 65 Broad Green Cottages Tortington Lane, Arundel, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2005-06-24 | £123,500 |
| 63 Broad Green Cottages Tortington Lane, Arundel, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 1998-10-23 | £595,913 |
BN18 0BQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BN18 0BQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arundel CofE Primary School Jarvis Road , BN18 9HT | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip's Catholic Primary School, Arundel London Road , BN18 9BA | 3out of 4 | 2,191 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walberton and Binsted CofE Primary School The Street , Walberton BN18 0PH | 3out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yapton CE Primary School North End Road , Yapton BN18 0DU | 3out of 4 | 3,371 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyminster Primary School Wick Street , BN17 7JZ | 2out of 4 | 3,927 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 | 4,868 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic School Elm Grove South , Barnham PO22 0EN | 4out of 4 | 5,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| My Choice School Arundel 2 Yeomans Nursery , Warningcamp BN18 9QY | - not rated | 3,858 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornfield School, Littlehampton Cornfield Close , BN17 6HY | 3out of 4 | 4,415 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Slindon College Top Road , Slindon BN18 0RH | - not rated | 5,282 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.