Quarry Lane is in Chichester and in Chichester district. PO19 8NY is located in the Chichester South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chichester. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quarry Lane, Chichester, PO19 8NY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO19 8PR, PO19 8NX, PO19 8NS, PO19 8FX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO19 8NY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.7% | 50% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50% | 3.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 PO19 8NY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.6% 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 | 27.2% | 24.1% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.5% | 55.6% | 1.1% | 44.2% | 11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 9.1% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 14% | 8.3% | -5.7% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 45% | 47.9% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 29.2% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 14.4% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 6% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 8.7% | 2.5% | -6.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 PO19 8NY this area, 8.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.7% | 8.7% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 6.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.2% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 17.4% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.2% | 47.1% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 99% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 94.9% | 93.3% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 92.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 4.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 49.3% | 46.2% | 3.1% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quarry Lane was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.2% lower than the Chichester Central average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Quarry Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 101 local areas in Chichester Central and the 6th lowest crime rate of 450 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Dental Laboratory Ltd Quarry Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2021-03-31 | £454,632 |
| Eleflex Ltd Quarry Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2019-11-29 | £451,482 |
| Lakeside House Quarry Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2018-05-01 | £932,653 |
PO19 8NY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO19 8NY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chichester Nursery School St James Road , PO19 7AB | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School Rumbolds Close , PO19 7UA | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rumboldswhyke CofE Infants' School Rumbolds Close , West Sussex PO19 7UA | - not rated | 629 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsham Primary School Hay Road , PO19 8BN | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsham Primary School Hay Road , PO19 8BN | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portfield Community Primary School St James Road , PO19 7HA | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chichester High School Kingsham Road , PO19 8EB | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chichester High School for Girls Kingsham Road , PO19 8EB | - not rated | 1,473 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chichester High School for Boys Kingsham Rd , PO19 8AE | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Chichester High School for Boys Kingsham Rd , PO19 8AE | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Community school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bishop Luffa School, Chichester Westgate , PO19 3HP | 4out of 4 | 3,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chichester College Group Westgate Fields , PO19 1SB | - not rated | 2,456 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chichester Free School Hunston Road , PO20 1NP | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arabesque School of Performing Arts Quarry Lane , PO19 8NY | - not rated | 48 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chichester High Schools Sixth Form Kingsham Road , PO19 8AE | - not rated | 1,502 yd | Sixth form centres | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbourne House School Coach Road , Shopwyke PO20 2BH | - not rated | 1,902 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Area Pupil Referral Unit Fletcher Place Building , North Mundham PO20 6JR | - not rated | 2,002 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northgate House School 38 North Street , PO19 1LX | - not rated | 2,029 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Garden Restaurant At Brick Kiln Garden Centre | Brick Kiln Garden Centre, Merston | 664 yd | |
| Muchos Nachos At The Crown | 140 Whyke Road, Chichester | 755 yd | |
| Lakeside Cafe And Complex | Lakeside Holiday Park, Vinnetrow Road | 856 yd | |
| Julie's Kiosk | Sports Pavilion, Pound Farm Road | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Four Chesnuts | 234 Oving Road, Chichester | 1,009 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harry's Fish And Chips | 105A Victoria Road, Chichester | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | Unit 1, 51 - 54 Bognor Road | 673 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Florence Park Recreation Ground Pound Farm Road | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Whyke Oval RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND HAY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 6.7% |
| Median download speed | 78.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.