Brookfield ward is located in the Arun district of West Sussex, covering parts of the town of Littlehampton. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including detached homes, terraced properties, and some social housing. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to the daily needs of residents. The ward is bordered by the River Arun to the east, providing some scenic views and green spaces.
Transport links in Brookfield are convenient, with easy access to the A259 road connecting Littlehampton to nearby towns like Worthing and Bognor Regis. Public transport options include regular bus services, while the nearest train station is in central Littlehampton. The ward has a community-focused atmosphere, with local events and activities often held in nearby public spaces. Brookfield's proximity to the coast also makes it a practical location for those who enjoy seaside amenities.
Area overview
On average Brookfield has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brookfield is £44,420 per year. There are 2 schools in Brookfield: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
10.9%
Connectivity
N/A
Area Profile
Brookfield Population
6,329
Population density
4,284.5 per km²
Demographics
Ethnic groups
British
5,787
91.44%
Other White
277
4.38%
White and Asian (mixed)
31
0.49%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
29
0.46%
Indian
26
0.41%
Total population: 6,329
Religion
No religion
2,939
46.43%
Christian
2,898
45.78%
Not answered
389
6.15%
Other religion
36
0.57%
Buddhist
24
0.38%
Total population: 6,330
Education (age 16+)
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,170
22.74%
Level 3 (A level)
1,057
20.54%
No qualifications
938
18.23%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
842
16.36%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
695
13.51%
Total 16+ residents: 5,146
Economic activity (age 16+)
Employed
3,090
60.05%
Retired
1,153
22.41%
Looking after home or family
188
3.65%
Long-term sick or disabled
177
3.44%
Student
169
3.28%
Total 16+ residents: 5,146
Housing
Housing tenure
Owns outright
927
35.29%
Owns with a mortgage
905
34.45%
Private landlord or letting agency
437
16.63%
Other social rented
138
5.25%
Social rents from council
129
4.91%
Total households: 2,627
Housing type
Semi-detached
1,016
38.68%
Terraced
865
32.93%
Detached
618
23.52%
Purpose-built flat
113
4.3%
Converted/shared house (inc HMO)
10
0.38%
Total households: 2,627
Property prices in Brookfield
Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Brookfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £126,000 up to £555,000.
Price distribution per property type (last
year)
Price distribution by property type for Brookfield in the last year.
Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last
year)
Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Brookfield over the last year.
Type
Sales
Median
5th percentile
25th percentile (Lower quartile)
75th percentile (Upper quartile)
95th percentile
Detached
19
£445,000
£355,420
£382,500
£466,500
£516,750
Flats
3
£148,000
£140,800
£144,000
£151,500
£154,300
Semi-Detached
16
£323,500
£253,750
£311,250
£349,500
£370,000
Terraced
48
£275,000
£148,375
£247,500
£318,500
£368,250
10 years median price trend
in Brookfield
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Brookfield.
