Golf Links Lane is in Selsey, Chichester and in Chichester district. PO20 9DP 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 Golf Links Lane, Selsey, Chichester, PO20 9DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO20 0NJ, PO20 0NH, PO20 0NQ, PO20 0NL, PO20 0FD, PO20 0FH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO20 9DP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 58.6% | 47.3% | -11.3% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 41.4% | 52.7% | 11.3% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 22.7% | 25.2% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 40.4% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -3.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 14.8% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 21.3% | 13.5% | -7.8% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
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 | 28% | 37.3% | 9.3% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 33.7% | -6.0% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 23.7% | 20% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 7.3% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 6.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
In the area around PO20 9DP this area, 28.4% 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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.5% | 28.4% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 14.8% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 13.5% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 14% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 15.3% | -3.2% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 9.5% | 8.3% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 5.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.7% | 96.9% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 84% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 84% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 8.6% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 84.3% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 8.6% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72% | 76.7% | -4.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.8% | 37.2% | -7.4% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Golf Links Lane was 99.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.3% higher than the Selsey South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Golf Links Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Selsey South and the 87th highest crime rate of 452 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 175.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Pines Golf Links Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2024-07-26 | £732,275 |
| Fairway House Golf Links Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2022-02-09 | £782,975 |
| Brambles Golf Links Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2021-10-28 | £706,929 |
| Mayfield Golf Links Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-08-12 | £735,754 |
| Blue Pines Golf Links Lane, Chichester, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2021-03-16 | £693,552 |
PO20 9DP 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 PO20 9DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medmerry Primary School High Street , Selsey PO20 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 922 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seal Primary Academy East Street , PO20 0BN | 3out of 4 | 1,262 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidlesham Primary School Keynor Lane , Sidlesham PO20 7NL | 3out of 4 | 3,890 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 | 801 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links Restaurant And Bar | Selsey Golf Club, Selsey Country Club | 1 yd | |
| The Cove Club | White Horse Complex, White Horse Caravan Park | 690 yd | |
| Cafe Lido | White Horse Complex, White Horse Caravan Park | 690 yd | |
| Sunday Lunch Club | St Wilfreds Church Ellasdale Road | 703 yd | |
| Jabir Indian Takeaway | 2 Orchard Parade, Selsey | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Club Bar | Viking Music And Dance Club, Green Lawns Caravan Park | 627 yd | |
| White Horse Theatre | White Horse Complex, White Horse Caravan Park | 690 yd | |
| Site Shop | Selsey Country Club, Golf Links Lane | 886 yd | |
| Cabana Club | Selsey Country Club, Golf Links Lane | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papa Johns | Viking Music And Dance Club, Green Lawns Caravan Park | 627 yd | |
| Nice Plaice | 7 Orchard Parade, Selsey | 1,028 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Unit 1, Wave Approach | 481 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selsey Golf Club GOLF LINKS LANE | golf, tennis courts | 372 yd |
| Selsey Centre MANOR ROAD | 505 yd | |
| The Academy Selsey SCHOOL LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 779 yd |
| Selsey Cricket And Social Club Paddock Lane | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| High Street Ground HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 1,087 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 | 81.3% |
| 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 | 6.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 18.8% |
| Median download speed | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.44 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.