Gainsboro Road is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO21 2HT 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 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 2HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO21 2HS, PO21 2FQ, PO21 2HW, PO21 2HP, PO21 2LB, PO21 2JS, PO21 1DX, PO21 2JR, PO21 2HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO21 2HT, 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 2HT, 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 2HT 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 Gainsboro 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.
Gainsboro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-06-17 | £281,489 |
| 11 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2024-10-04 | £205,353 |
| 4 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-08-24 | £284,647 |
| 8 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-07-25 | £291,850 |
| 14 Gainsboro Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-07-19 | £225,287 |
PO21 2HT 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 | 302 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 | 699 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Infant School, Bognor Regis Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,042 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Junior School Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bersted CofE Primary School Church Lane , PO22 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,296 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 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 2,089 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 | 212 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 33 Station Road | 234 yd | |
| Jasmine House | 23 Station Road | 259 yd | |
| Rccg True Vine Parish | 45 Linden Road | 285 yd | |
| Syrup Cafe | 9 - 11 Station Road | 296 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Br Railway Sports Social Club | Reynolds Depository Canada Grove | 165 yd | |
| The Lamb Inn | The Lamb Inn Steyne Street | 200 yd | |
| The Station | The Station Public House, 26 Station Road | 276 yd | |
| The Claremont Inn | The Claremont Scott Street | 353 yd | |
| The Hatters Inn | The Hatters Inn, 2 - 10 Queensway | 367 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Fisheries | 1 Linden Road | 208 yd | |
| SUNNYGARDEN | 31 Station Road | 248 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 19 Station Road | 272 yd | |
| Magna Tandoori | 33 Argyle Road | 286 yd | |
| Victoria Fish And Chips | 5 - 7 Station Road | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket Bedford Street | 304 yd | |
| Bucharest super market | 72 London Road | 382 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 72 - 74 High Street | 432 yd | |
| SOFIA MARKET | 53 High Street | 480 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 82 - 84 Aldwick Road | 715 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swansea Gardens ST. WINIFREDS CLOSE | tennis courts | 411 yd |
| Images 2 (Closed) Belmont Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 439 yd |
| Dream Fitness HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 456 yd |
| Edward Bryant School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| St. Marys Catholic Primary School GLAMIS STREET | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Arun & District Indoor Bowls Club NYEWOOD LANE | indoor bowls | 700 yd |
| Bognor Regis Town Football Club NYEWOOD LANE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Bognor Regis Sports Club Hawthorn Road | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 963 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% |
| Median download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.