Hook Lane is in Aldingbourne, Chichester and in Arun district. PO20 3TB is located in the Barnham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hook Lane, Aldingbourne, Chichester, PO20 3TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO20 3TD, PO20 3TH, PO20 6SR, PO20 3SR, PO20 6QL, PO20 3QL, PO20 3QG, PO20 3AJ, PO20 3QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO20 3TB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.5% | 49.5% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.5% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 3TB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 20.5% | 29% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 53.7% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.3% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 | 45.5% | 47% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 35.1% | -4.3% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14.9% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 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 | 21.4% | 18.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 14.8% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 14.8% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 19.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 27.8% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 95.7% | 96.8% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.3% | 92.9% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 93.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.4% | 5.1% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.2% | 76.7% | 6.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hook Lane was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.3% lower than the Arundel & Walberton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hook Lane has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Arundel & Walberton and the 247th lowest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Hook Cottages Hook Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-04-01 | £349,708 |
| 2 Hook Cottages Hook Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2014-08-08 | £497,475 |
| Tig Aluinn Hook Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2013-11-05 | £432,635 |
| Otters Holt Hook Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2013-06-07 | £659,381 |
| Bramber Hook Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2011-07-22 | £493,776 |
PO20 3TB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
PO20 3TB 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 44 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis Nursery School 85 Victoria Drive , PO21 2TB | 4out of 4 | 5,387 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldingbourne Primary School Westergate Street , Westergate PO20 3QR | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastergate CofE Primary School Church Lane , Eastergate PO20 3UT | 3out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnham Primary School Elm Grove , Barnham PO22 0HW | 3out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bartons Primary School, Bognor Regis Lethaby Road , PO21 5EJ | 2out of 4 | 3,800 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tangmere Primary Academy Bishops Road , Tangmere PO20 2JB | 3out of 4 | 3,988 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormiston Six Villages Academy Lime Avenue , Westergate PO20 3UE | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic School Elm Grove South , Barnham PO22 0EN | 4out of 4 | 2,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Regis School Westloats Lane , Bognor Regis PO21 5LH | 3out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 4,948 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Amicus School The Coach House , Arundel Road BN18 0SX | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Slindon College Top Road , Slindon BN18 0RH | - not rated | 5,137 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Westbourne House School Coach Road , Shopwyke PO20 2BH | - not rated | 5,214 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Ballard School Eartham , PO18 0LR | - not rated | 5,229 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince of Wales | The Prince Of Wales Lidsey Road | 236 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aldingbourne Primary School WESTERGATE STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 261 yd |
| Aldingbourne Community Sports Centre OLIVERS MEADOW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 784 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 | 28 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 25.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40.18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40.18 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.27 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.