Ockley Road is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO21 2HP is located in the Marine electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bognor Regis and Littlehampton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 2HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO21 2HL, PO21 2HS, PO21 1DW, PO21 2LB, PO21 2HT, PO21 2HR, PO21 1FR, PO21 2HW, PO21 2AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO21 2HP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46% | 52.1% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 54% | 47.9% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 2HP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% 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 | 47.5% | 44.1% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 23.6% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -20.6% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 23.2% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 14.1% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5.9% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 40.8% | 36.3% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 39.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 11.6% | -6.0% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 9.7% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 PO21 2HP this area, 29.4% 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 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 29.4% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 18.1% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 8.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 9.5% | 8.0% | 5.3% | 4.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 13.1% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 14.9% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 12.7% | 2.7% | -10.0% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 0.8% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.2% | 88.3% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 63.8% 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 | 71.2% | 63.8% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -19.4% |
| European Union | 21.6% | 26.1% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 20.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 3.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 70.4% | 63.8% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -19.4% |
| 10+ Years | 12.4% | 18.7% | 6.3% | 9.8% | 8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 8.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 47.7% | 76.7% | -29.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Poland | 16.7% | 1.3% | 15.4% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.6% | 37.2% | 4.4% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ockley Road was 239.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.1% higher than the Hotham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ockley Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Hotham and the 31st highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 117.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2017-09-29 | £285,364 |
| 44 Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2015-02-13 | £248,326 |
| 44 Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2012-08-31 | £253,333 |
| 42 Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2004-07-30 | £298,780 |
| 40 Ockley Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £78,950 | 2000-08-25 | £283,410 |
PO21 2HP 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 | 94 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis Nursery School 85 Victoria Drive , PO21 2TB | 4out of 4 | 262 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 | 628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Infant School, Bognor Regis Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Junior School Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bersted CofE Primary School Church Lane , PO22 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,223 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 2,015 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sushi Bognor | 11 Linden Road | 135 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 33 Station Road | 163 yd | |
| Jasmine House | 23 Station Road | 192 yd | |
| Hi Coffee UK Ltd | Cafe, Bognor Regis Railway Station Station Road | 232 yd | |
| Syrup Cafe | 9 - 11 Station Road | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Br Railway Sports Social Club | Reynolds Depository Canada Grove | 112 yd | |
| The Station | The Station Public House, 26 Station Road | 204 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | The Lamb Inn Steyne Street | 224 yd | |
| The Hothampton Arms | The Hothampton Arms, 49 London Road | 340 yd | |
| Admiral casino | 32 London Road | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Fisheries | 1 Linden Road | 130 yd | |
| SUNNYGARDEN | 31 Station Road | 178 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 19 Station Road | 206 yd | |
| Victoria Fish And Chips | 5 - 7 Station Road | 258 yd | |
| Ba Bay Bubble Tea and Bites | 7 Lyon Street West | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket Bedford Street | 255 yd | |
| Bucharest super market | 72 London Road | 312 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 72 - 74 High Street | 426 yd | |
| SOFIA MARKET | 53 High Street | 474 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 82 - 84 Aldwick Road | 793 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Images 2 (Closed) Belmont Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 437 yd |
| Dream Fitness HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 441 yd |
| Swansea Gardens ST. WINIFREDS CLOSE | tennis courts | 485 yd |
| Edward Bryant School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| St. Marys Catholic Primary School GLAMIS STREET | grass pitches | 582 yd |
| Arun & District Indoor Bowls Club NYEWOOD LANE | indoor bowls | 739 yd |
| Bognor Regis Town Football Club NYEWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Bognor Regis Sports Club Hawthorn Road | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 1,001 yd |
| Hampshire Avenue Recreation Ground HAMPSHIRE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,071 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.