Gibson Way is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO21 1AW is located in the Hotham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bognor Regis and Littlehampton. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, PO21 1AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO21 1YA, PO21 1AN, PO21 1FL, PO21 1AR, PO21 1BD, PO21 1JS, PO21 1AG, PO21 1AZ, PO21 1UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO21 1AW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 52.2% | 48.4% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 47.8% | 51.6% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO21 1AW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 45.1% | 48.6% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 28% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -16.2% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 16.9% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.7% | 0.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.2% | 41.3% | -7.9% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 44.4% | 8.2% | 33.6% | 10.8% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 10.7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 21.8% | 27.1% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 9.5% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 11.4% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 8.3% | 6.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.2% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 23.1% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 14.3% | 3.4% | -10.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 91.6% | 93.2% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 56.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.3% | 56.6% | -16.7% | 83.2% | -26.6% |
| European Union | 20.2% | 33.2% | 13.0% | 6.1% | 27.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73% | 56.8% | -16.2% | 83.2% | -26.4% |
| 10+ Years | 9.8% | 21.1% | 11.3% | 9.8% | 11.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.3% | 10.9% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 8.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 3.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 5.5% | 1.6% | 1.9% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.7% | 76.7% | -26.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 3.9% | 0.3% | 3.6% |
| Poland | 15.4% | 1.3% | 14.1% |
| Romania | 3.9% | 0.9% | 3.0% |
| Other EU countries | 11% | 1.5% | 9.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gibson Way was 228.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.0% higher than the Hotham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gibson Way has the 12th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Hotham and the 37th highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 132.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,500 | 2024-10-29 | £157,963 |
| 5 Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2024-09-18 | £229,809 |
| 15 Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-09-29 | £155,829 |
| 8 Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £212,500 | 2021-03-05 | £242,433 |
| 15 Gibson Way, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £124,000 | 2020-03-31 | £139,537 |
PO21 1AW 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 | 170 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 23 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis Nursery School 85 Victoria Drive , PO21 2TB | 4out of 4 | 450 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edward Bryant School London Road , PO21 1BG | 3out of 4 | 313 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 543 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bersted CofE Primary School Church Lane , PO22 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 802 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bersted Green Primary School, Bognor Regis Laburnum Grove , PO22 9HT | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Infant School, Bognor Regis Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Regis School Westloats Lane , Bognor Regis PO21 5LH | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 1,555 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Ann's Cafe LTD | 160 London Road | 104 yd | |
| Bognor Makerspace | 58 - 60 Longford Road | 126 yd | |
| Hi Coffee UK Ltd | Cafe, Bognor Regis Railway Station Station Road | 288 yd | |
| Crown Bingo | 64 London Road | 320 yd | |
| Bistro 14 | 14 Station Road | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Richmond Arms | Richmond Arms, 224 London Road | 270 yd | |
| The Hothampton Arms | The Hothampton Arms, 49 London Road | 310 yd | |
| The Station | The Station Public House, 26 Station Road | 345 yd | |
| Br Railway Sports Social Club | Reynolds Depository Canada Grove | 468 yd | |
| Admiral casino | 32 London Road | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ting's | 65 London Road | 244 yd | |
| Bright Moon | 55 London Road | 281 yd | |
| Smoonch Eatery | 55B London Road | 281 yd | |
| Ba Bay Bubble Tea and Bites | 7 Lyon Street West | 297 yd | |
| SUNNYGARDEN | 31 Station Road | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bucharest super market | 72 London Road | 300 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket Bedford Street | 442 yd | |
| Co-Op | 33A Chichester Road | 496 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 72 - 74 High Street | 680 yd | |
| SOFIA MARKET | 53 High Street | 716 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Edward Bryant School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 181 yd |
| St. Marys Catholic Primary School GLAMIS STREET | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Dream Fitness HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 656 yd |
| Images 2 (Closed) Belmont Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 709 yd |
| Felpham Recreation Ground Brooks Lane | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| South Bersted C Of E Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Longbrook Pavilion LONGBROOK PAVILION BUNGALOW LONGBROOK PAVILION BUNGALOW HOOK LANE | grass pitches | 888 yd |
| Waterworld (Butlins) BUTLINS BUTLINS UPPER BOGNOR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 956 yd |
| Swansea Gardens ST. WINIFREDS CLOSE | tennis courts | 984 yd |
| Hampshire Avenue Recreation Ground HAMPSHIRE AVENUE | grass pitches | 997 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.