Lower Street is in Pulborough and in Horsham district. RH20 2BX is located in the Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Street, Pulborough, RH20 2BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH20 2BU, RH20 2GQ, RH20 2AA, RH20 2DA, RH20 2AB, RH20 2GP, RH20 2AW, RH20 2DL, RH20 2DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH20 2BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 50.2% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 45.5% | 49.8% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 22.1% | 29.1% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 46.2% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 14.3% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 6.7% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 44.2% | 50.8% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 31.4% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.8% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 18.1% | 12.8% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -5.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 12.8% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.1% | 12.4% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19.5% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 34.5% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.4% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 97.5% | 91.5% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 3.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 91.8% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Street was 77.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.3% higher than the Fittleworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Street has the 11th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Fittleworth and the 118th highest crime rate of 452 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 129 Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £599,950 | 2022-05-10 | £674,706 |
| 135 Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2018-07-17 | £444,780 |
| 143 Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £527,000 | 2018-07-10 | £628,605 |
| The Red Lion Public House, 145 Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2018-05-18 | £485,080 |
| 131 Lower Street, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2017-06-23 | £550,862 |
RH20 2BX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RH20 2BX 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 RH20 2BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Link Lane , RH20 2AN | 2out of 4 | 410 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Chiltington Community Primary School East Street , West Chiltington RH20 2JY | 3out of 4 | 3,949 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Primary School, Coldwaltham Church Lane , Coldwaltham RH20 1LW | 3out of 4 | 4,128 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fittleworth CofE Village School School Lane , RH20 1JB | 3out of 4 | 4,738 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Storrington Primary School Spierbridge Road , Storrington RH20 4PG | 4out of 4 | 5,431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lodge Hill Residential Centre London Road , Watersfield RH20 1LZ | - not rated | 4,921 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pulbrew | The Pulbrew, 46 Lower Street | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pulborough Bowls Club Pavilion | Pulborough Bowls Club Pavilion, Pulborough Bowling Club Pavilion | 305 yd | |
| White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn, White Horse Inn | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's Pizza, 18 Lower Street | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Metro | Tesco Metro, Tesco Stores Limited | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Marys C Of E Primary School LINK LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 587 yd |
| Pulborough Recreation Ground RECTORY CLOSE | grass pitches | 716 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 | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.