The Sands is in Ashington, Pulborough and in Horsham district. RH20 3LQ is located in the West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington 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 The Sands, Ashington, Pulborough, RH20 3LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH20 3PT, RH20 3LE, RH20 3QD, RH20 3LG, RH20 3LJ, RH20 3QJ, RH20 3JU, RH20 3LB, RH20 3PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH20 3LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.5% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48% | 48.5% | 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 | 23.3% | 32.5% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 47.2% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.4% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.5% | 0.5% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.9% | 50.9% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 2.5% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 34.5% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 10.7% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 19.6% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 12.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 15.9% | -1.5% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 21.9% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 22.2% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 95.3% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96% | 96.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 96.4% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Sands was 14.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% lower than the Storrington & Washington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Sands has the lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in Storrington & Washington and the 81st lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Oaks, 53 The Sands, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-10-20 | £552,543 |
| 55 The Sands, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2022-09-09 | £392,871 |
| 15 The Sands, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2021-09-30 | £481,702 |
| 18 The Sands, Pulborough, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £374,582 | 2021-09-24 | £431,138 |
| 30 The Sands, Pulborough, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £296,000 | 2020-06-12 | £361,929 |
RH20 3LQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 3LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington CofE Primary School Foster Lane , Ashington RH20 3PG | 3out of 4 | 189 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thakeham Primary School Rock Road , Storrington RH20 3AA | 3out of 4 | 3,406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School School Lane , Washington RH20 4AP | 3out of 4 | 3,726 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Chiltington Community Primary School East Street , West Chiltington RH20 2JY | 3out of 4 | 4,744 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashurst CofE Primary School School Lane , Ashurst BN44 3AY | 3out of 4 | 5,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Lounge | Curry Lounge, Curry Lounge | 286 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashington Community Centre | Ashington Community Centre, Ashington Community Centre | 211 yd | |
| Red Lion | Red Lion, Red Lion | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Plaice | Golden Plaice, Unit 1 Ashington Centre | 160 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Welcome | Co-Op Welcome, Unit 3 Ashington Centre | 310 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashington Community Centre FOSTER LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 275 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 | 88.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.5% |
| 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 | 46.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.