Bracklesham Lane is in Bracklesham Bay, Chichester and in Chichester district. PO20 8JA is located in the The Witterings electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Chichester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bracklesham Lane, Bracklesham Bay, Chichester, PO20 8JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO20 8SF, PO20 8HX, PO20 8HY, PO20 8SR, PO20 8SE, PO20 8HZ, PO20 8AF, PO20 8NY, PO20 8NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO20 8JA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 52.9% | 49.7% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.3% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 32.2% | 30.4% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 49% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8.9% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 8.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 | 39.7% | 42.4% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 32.3% | -10.6% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 17% | 5.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.5% | 23.4% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 9.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 14.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 9.3% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 19.8% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.5% | 19.8% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 7.2% | 4% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 93.1% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 92.4% | 98.3% | 5.9% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 0.7% | -4.8% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 98.3% | 7.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracklesham Lane was 97.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.1% higher than the Sidlesham with Selsey North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bracklesham Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Sidlesham with Selsey North and the 92nd highest crime rate of 452 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 55.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer House Bracklesham Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2024-02-08 | £551,747 |
| Hayzend Bracklesham Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-10-14 | £512,943 |
| 2 The Parade Bracklesham Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £35,000 | 2022-07-01 | £34,478 |
| Isle Vista Bracklesham Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £274,000 | 2022-03-15 | £282,580 |
| Isle Vista Bracklesham Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-12-23 | £267,558 |
PO20 8JA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 8JA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO20 8JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Wittering Community Primary School Stocks Lane , East Wittering PO20 8NH | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Wittering Parochial Church of England School Pound Road , West Wittering PO20 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 3,539 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Birdham CE Primary School Crooked Lane , Birdham PO20 7HB | 2out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidlesham Primary School Keynor Lane , Sidlesham PO20 7NL | 3out of 4 | 4,546 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bracklesham Bay Tea Rooms And Garden | Cliffords Cottage, Bracklesham Lane | 3 yd | |
| Thrive Coffee And Juice | The Apple Building, Ellis Square | 189 yd | |
| Bracklesham Diner | 3 Azara Parade, Bracklesham Lane | 278 yd | |
| Billy's On The Beach | Kiosk, Bracklesham Lane | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wittering And District | Royal British Legion Club, Legion Way | 353 yd | |
| Silver Horseshoe Club | Holdens Caravan Park, Bracklesham Lane | 520 yd | |
| Wittering And District Bowls Club | Stocks Lane, East Wittering | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoots Kebab | The Bay, 2 The Parade | 46 yd | |
| Halima Indian Takeaway | 1 The Parade, Bracklesham Lane | 46 yd | |
| Mobys Seafood | Bracklesham Lane, Bracklesham | 278 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bracklesham Barn BEECH AVENUE | grass pitches | 346 yd |
| Down View Park DOWNVIEW CLOSE | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| East Wittering Community Primary School STOCKS LANE | athletics tracks, grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,063 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 | 2.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 2.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 2.2% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.