Chichester Road is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO21 2XQ is located in the Orchard 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 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, PO21 2XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO21 2EW, PO21 2EN, PO21 2XJ, PO21 2DS, PO21 2DR, PO21 2DY, PO21 2EJ, PO21 2XH, PO22 9PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO21 2XQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.3% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.7% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 | 37.2% | 38.2% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 42.3% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -1.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 12.9% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 53.5% | 45.5% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 36% | 37.6% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 12.7% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 18.6% | 18.2% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 10.9% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 11.3% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 20% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 28.4% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 8% | 4.7% | -3.3% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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 | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.6% | 93.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 72.9% 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 | 81.5% | 72.9% | -8.6% | 83.2% | -10.3% |
| European Union | 14.5% | 21% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 14.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.1% | 72.9% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 14% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.1% | 3.3% | -3.8% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 6.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Poland | 10.5% | 1.3% | 9.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chichester Road was 97.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.8% lower than the Bersted average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chichester Road has the 14th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Bersted and the 138th highest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-03-26 | £321,648 |
| 23 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2016-05-17 | £334,369 |
| 23 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2004-11-04 | £349,349 |
| 25 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £83,995 | 1999-05-07 | £359,353 |
| 27 Chichester Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1999-01-19 | £384,231 |
PO21 2XQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 112 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 595 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Bersted CofE Primary School Church Lane , PO22 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bersted Green Primary School, Bognor Regis Laburnum Grove , PO22 9HT | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Bryant School London Road , PO21 1BG | 3out of 4 | 726 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Primary School South Way , PO21 5EZ | 2out of 4 | 1,278 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,024 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 1,641 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bognor Makerspace | 58 - 60 Longford Road | 423 yd | |
| Delicious Ann's Cafe LTD | 160 London Road | 494 yd | |
| Tasca de Felgueiras | 74 Hawthorn Road | 529 yd | |
| Rccg True Vine Parish | 45 Linden Road | 618 yd | |
| Hi Coffee UK Ltd | Cafe, Bognor Regis Railway Station Station Road | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Richmond Arms | Richmond Arms, 224 London Road | 269 yd | |
| The Friary Arms | Friary Arms Shripney Road | 640 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | The Wheatsheaf, 85 Hawthorn Road | 690 yd | |
| The Station | The Station Public House, 26 Station Road | 721 yd | |
| The Hothampton Arms | The Hothampton Arms, 49 London Road | 736 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Fish Bar | 25 Hawthorn Road | 400 yd | |
| Thai Pan | 96 Chichester Road | 413 yd | |
| Highfield Fish Bar | 94 - 96 Highfield Road | 430 yd | |
| India Garden | 67 Hawthorn Road | 463 yd | |
| Ting's | 65 London Road | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op | 33A Chichester Road | 63 yd | |
| ONESTOP HAWTHORN ROAD COMMUNNITY STORE | 53 Hawthorn Road | 434 yd | |
| Bucharest super market | 72 London Road | 717 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco Superstore Shripney Road | 749 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket Bedford Street | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Bersted C Of E Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Edward Bryant School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Hampshire Avenue Recreation Ground HAMPSHIRE AVENUE | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Bersted Green Primary School Laburnum Grove | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Vk Gym Total Fitness DURBAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 833 yd |
| Laburnum Recreation Ground Durlston Drive | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| St. Marys Catholic Primary School GLAMIS STREET | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Felpham Recreation Ground Brooks Lane | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Longbrook Pavilion LONGBROOK PAVILION BUNGALOW LONGBROOK PAVILION BUNGALOW HOOK LANE | grass pitches | 1,063 yd |
| Dream Fitness HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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.