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England / South East / Arun

About

Arun District is located in the southeastern part of England, covering an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers. It is bordered by the South Downs National Park to the north and the English Channel to the south. The district features a mix of rural landscapes, coastal areas, and small market towns. Agriculture and tourism are key economic drivers, with farmland and nature reserves making up much of the inland area.

The coastline includes popular destinations like Littlehampton and Bognor Regis, known for their beaches and seaside attractions. The district is also home to several historic sites, including Arundel Castle and the Amberley Museum. Transport links include the A27 road and rail connections to London and Brighton. The area has a mix of residential communities, with a focus on preserving its natural and heritage assets.

Area overview

On average Arun has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Arun is £46,368 per year. There are 47 schools in Arun: 36 primary (0 Outstanding and 31 Good) and 6 secondary (1 Outstanding and 5 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Arun Population
164,889
Population density
746.1 per km²

Demographics

British
146,178
88.65%
Other White
10,431
6.33%
Irish
1,018
0.62%
Other Asian
839
0.51%
Other
793
0.48%
Total population: 164,887

Housing

Owns outright
32,182
44.29%
Owns with a mortgage
19,588
26.96%
Private landlord or letting agency
11,801
16.24%
Other social rented
3,564
4.9%
Social rents from council
3,210
4.42%
Total households: 72,661

Property prices in Arun

Based on 2,498 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in Arun area, with individual transactions ranging from £44,000 up to £5,150,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached858£504,200
Flats456£180,000
Semi-Detached612£348,748
Terraced572£295,000

10 years price trend in Arun

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.