The Drive is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO21 4DR is located in the Aldwick East 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 The Drive, Bognor Regis, PO21 4DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO21 4BX, PO21 4DN, PO21 4DL, PO21 4DS, PO21 4DP, PO21 4AT, PO21 4BT, PO21 4DW, PO21 4DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO21 4DR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 54.3% | 52.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 45.7% | 47.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO21 4DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 12.8% | 13.5% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -24.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.2% | 68.9% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 24.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 9.7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 43.3% | 48.6% | 5.3% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 34.4% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 13.2% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.3% | 11.9% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7.5% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 11.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.7% | 17.9% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37% | 45.1% | 8.1% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 96.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 90.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 2.1% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 90.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.4% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 76.7% | 17.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.6% | 37.2% | -7.6% |
| Christian | 64.1% | 46.2% | 17.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Drive was 10.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.6% lower than the Aldwick East average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
The Drive has the 6th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Aldwick East and the 36th lowest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 The Drive, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,750 | 2001-10-08 | £379,955 |
PO21 4DR 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 PO21 4DR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bognor Regis Nursery School 85 Victoria Drive , PO21 2TB | 4out of 4 | 2,602 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Green Infant School Hawkins Close , PO21 3LW | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Green Junior School Raleigh Road , Rose Green PO21 3NA | 3out of 4 | 1,351 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Junior School Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,779 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nyewood CofE Infant School, Bognor Regis Brent Road , PO21 5NW | 3out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southway Primary School South Way , PO21 5EZ | 2out of 4 | 2,395 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 | 2,480 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 4,576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avisford Park Recreation Ground NYETIMBER LANE | grass pitches | 1,078 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.