Shirleys Garden is in Bognor Regis and in Arun district. PO22 8LS is located in the Felpham West 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 Shirleys Garden, Bognor Regis, PO22 8LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO22 8HZ, PO22 8EQ, PO22 8LT, PO22 8NF, PO22 8PZ, PO22 8LX, PO22 8NG, PO22 8LU, PO22 8HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO22 8LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.7% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.3% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 PO22 8LS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 26.7% | 26.2% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 53.3% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Separated | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 6% | 10.7% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 56% | 47.6% | -8.4% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 30% | 34.5% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.8% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 14.2% | 12.2% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 20.3% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.1% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 22.8% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 30.1% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0.8% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.3% | 98.6% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 95% | 97.9% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 97.9% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.7% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shirleys Garden was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Felpham East average.
Shirleys Garden has the 5th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Felpham East and the 21st lowest crime rate of 534 local areas in Arun .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Shirleys Garden, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2019-07-08 | £456,591 |
| 5 Shirleys Garden, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £318,000 | 2017-07-24 | £410,107 |
| 3 Shirleys Garden, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2002-06-17 | £489,390 |
| 2 Shirleys Garden, Bognor Regis, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 1998-10-19 | £577,565 |
PO22 8LS 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 8LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,791 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downview Primary School Wroxham Way , Felpham PO22 8ER | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham Pennyfields , Felpham PO22 6BN | 2out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Bersted CofE Primary School Church Lane , PO22 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,148 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Bryant School London Road , PO21 1BG | 3out of 4 | 2,192 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Glamis Street , PO21 1DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,294 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 | 796 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Regis School Westloats Lane , Bognor Regis PO21 5LH | 3out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philip Howard Catholic School Elm Grove South , Barnham PO22 0EN | 4out of 4 | 4,552 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| India Raj | India Raj, 43 Felpham Way | 410 yd | |
| Wishfield Coffee | 1A Wood Hill Way | 521 yd | |
| Fino Restaurant | 3 Flansham Lane | 591 yd | |
| Bognor Regis Golf Club | Bognor Regis Golf Club Downview Road | 606 yd | |
| Deligo Eatery | 75 Felpham Road | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southdowns | The Southdowns, 133 Felpham Way | 563 yd | |
| The George Inn | The George, 102 Felpham Road | 757 yd | |
| The Thatched House | Thatched House Inn, 8 Limmer Lane | 873 yd | |
| The Fox Inn Felpham | The Fox Inn Waterloo Road | 965 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish And Chips | 109 Felpham Way | 379 yd | |
| Village Fryery | 76 Felpham Road | 994 yd | |
| New Hakka | 78 Felpham Road | 1,021 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 126 Felpham Way | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Recreation Ground Summerley Lane | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Bognor Regis Golf Club DOWNVIEW ROAD | golf | 606 yd |
| Downview Primary School WROXHAM WAY | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Bishop Tufnell Ce (Aided) Primary School PENNYFIELDS | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Arun Leisure Centre Felpham Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 960 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.