Elmer Road is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO22 6HU is located in the Middleton-on-Sea electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bognor Regis and Littlehampton. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, PO22 6HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO22 6HX, PO22 6HZ, PO22 6JJ, PO22 6HY, PO22 6JA, PO22 6BF, PO22 6AZ, PO22 6JB, PO22 6LP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO22 6HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 50% | 49.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 23.8% | 27.7% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 36.9% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 2.1% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 20.5% | 5.0% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.8% | 30.7% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -17.7% |
| Good health | 43.6% | 40.1% | -3.5% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 16.3% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 10.9% | 4.5% | 4.0% | 6.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 30.1% | 19.9% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 10.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 13.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 12.2% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 15.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 25.5% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 95.9% | 93.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 93.5% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 52.5% | 46.2% | 6.3% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmer Road was 4.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.6% lower than the Felpham East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmer Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Felpham East and the 17th lowest crime rate of 532 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 176.2%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 10 Villa Plage, 154 - 160 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-05-17 | £136,973 |
| Flat 11 Villa Plage, 154 - 160 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2023-12-18 | £123,024 |
| Flat 14 Villa Plage, 154 - 160 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-10-02 | £127,811 |
| Flat 21 Villa Plage, 154 - 160 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-09-25 | £253,222 |
| Flat 25 Villa Plage, 154 - 160 Elmer Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,500 | 2023-08-17 | £106,225 |
PO22 6HU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PO22 6HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham Pennyfields , Felpham PO22 6BN | 2out of 4 | 2,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Brookpit Lane , Clymping BN17 5QU | 3out of 4 | 2,972 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Downview Primary School Wroxham Way , Felpham PO22 8ER | 3out of 4 | 3,794 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yapton CE Primary School North End Road , Yapton BN18 0DU | 3out of 4 | 3,931 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,063 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felpham Community College Felpham Way , Felpham PO22 8EL | 3out of 4 | 3,816 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Leaf Coffee | 51 Elmer Road | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin Public House | The Cabin Public House, 167 - 169 Elmer Road | 139 yd | |
| The Elmer Hotel & Pub | Elmer Hotel, 89 Elmer Road | 459 yd | |
| The Beresford | The Beresford Public House, 53 - 55 Elmer Road | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shrubs Field ELMER ROAD | grass pitches | 929 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% |
| Median download speed | 31.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.