Fontwell Road is in Selsey, Chichester and in Chichester district. PO20 0PL is located in the Sidlesham with Selsey North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chichester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fontwell Road, Selsey, Chichester, PO20 0PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO20 0PG, PO20 0PQ, PO20 0PW, PO20 0PP, PO20 0PH, PO20 0EX, PO20 0FL, PO20 0PJ, PO20 0FQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO20 0PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.6% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 PO20 0PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 9.1% | 15% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 55.1% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 11% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 16.8% | 17.6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 11.5% |
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 (69.6%) 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 | 26.3% | 34.8% | 8.5% | 48.4% | -13.6% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 34.8% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 31.3% | 19.7% | -11.6% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 8.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 4.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 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 PO20 0PL this area, 33.8% 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.1% | 33.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12% | -5.3% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.7% | 10.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.8% | 7.6% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 17.3% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.9% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.9% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 98.8% | 97.1% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.2% | 13.5% | 3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 61.5% | 46.2% | 15.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fontwell Road was 21.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.2% lower than the Selsey South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fontwell Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Selsey South and the 90th lowest crime rate of 452 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Fontwell Road, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-07-28 | £464,091 |
| 42 Fontwell Road, Chichester, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-07-18 | £381,752 |
| 50 Fontwell Road, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2021-04-15 | £424,838 |
| 53 Fontwell Road, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2016-12-20 | £424,880 |
| 45 Fontwell Road, Chichester, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2016-11-10 | £353,619 |
PO20 0PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 PO20 0PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seal Primary Academy East Street , PO20 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medmerry Primary School High Street , Selsey PO20 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidlesham Primary School Keynor Lane , Sidlesham PO20 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,716 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Academy, Selsey School Lane , Selsey PO20 9EH | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jabir Indian Takeaway | 2 Orchard Parade, Selsey | 429 yd | |
| Sunday Lunch Club | St Wilfreds Church Ellasdale Road | 936 yd | |
| Links Restaurant And Bar | Selsey Golf Club, Selsey Country Club | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nice Plaice | 7 Orchard Parade, Selsey | 429 yd | |
| Paddy's Plaice | The Fishing Beach, Kingsway | 711 yd | |
| Julie's | Hut 10, The Fishing Beach | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Unit 1, Wave Approach | 771 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selsey Centre MANOR ROAD | 649 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 | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 74.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 74.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.