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About

East Preston is a coastal ward within the Arun district of West Sussex. It is a residential area characterised by a mix of housing types, including bungalows and larger detached homes. The area is bordered by the English Channel to the south, providing a long shingle beachfront. This coastline is a defining feature, with a flat, grassy promenade popular for walking and cycling. The ward includes the smaller settlement of Kingston, situated slightly inland.

Inland from the beach, the area is served by local shops and services concentrated along Sea Road and the surrounding lanes. A notable local landmark is the Norman-era St. Mary's Church in Kingston, which stands separate from the main coastal settlement. The ward contains areas of open space and is proximate to farmland, giving it a semi-rural edge in parts. Residential roads are generally quiet, with a demographic that includes a significant retired population.

Area overview

On average East Preston has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in East Preston is £50,712 per year. There are 3 schools in East Preston: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). East Preston is home to around 7,776 people, with a population density of about 1,818.5 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
6.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

East Preston Population
7,776
Population density
1,818.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
15.82(-50%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.74(-25%)
Public order
3.22(-47%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.96(-54%)
Other theft
2.7(-52%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,288
93.76%
Other White
183
2.35%
Irish
45
0.58%
White and Asian (mixed)
29
0.37%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
29
0.37%
Total population: 7,773

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,024
29.12%
No qualifications
1,379
19.84%
Level 3 (A level)
1,097
15.78%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
976
14.04%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
767
11.03%
Total 16+ residents: 6,951

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,110
57.4%
Owns with a mortgage
880
23.94%
Private landlord or letting agency
274
7.45%
Other social rented
181
4.92%
Social rents from council
149
4.05%
Total households: 3,676

Property prices in East Preston

Based on 142 recent sales, the median property price is £405,000 in East Preston area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £2,850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for East Preston 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 East Preston over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached56£715,000
Flats28£242,500
Semi-Detached42£371,250
Terraced16£295,000

10 years median price trend in East Preston

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in East Preston.

All postcodes in East Preston

BN161PF

Willowhayne Close

BN161HF

Pinewood Close

BN161HA

North Lane

BN161DZ

Old Worthing Road

BN161ET

Orchard Road

BN161SH

Sea Lane

BN162TL

Fosters Close

BN161JL

The Street

BN161DF

Worthing Road

BN161HQ

Kerry Gardens

BN161JY

Montpelier Road

BN161LY

Normandy Lane

BN161HS

Fairlands

BN161PB

Sea Road

BN161PE

Willowhayne Avenue

BN161PY

Manor Road

BN161RU

Kingston Lane

BN162TE

Tamarisk Way

BN163RE

Station Road

BN161ER

Roundstone Drive

BN161LE

Hazelmead Drive

BN161PS

Homelands Avenue

BN161RN

Peak Lane

BN161JF

Manor Close

BN161LQ

Seawaves Close

BN161AT

Worthing Road

BN161RR

Kingston Lane

BN161AA

Downs Way

BN161FE

Manor Road

BN161NS

The Parade

BN161PR

Seaview Avenue

BN161PZ

Veronica Close

BN161QB

The Crescent

BN161AQ

Ashurst Way

BN161PA

South Strand

BN161RB

Orchard Road

BN161BT

Russells Close

BN161HD

North Lane

BN162SX

Michel Grove

BN161AG

Ashurst Way

BN161DG

Roundstone Crescent

BN161DL

Arlington Crescent

BN161JB

St Marys Drive

BN161RT

Kingston Lane

BN161HR

Fincham Close

BN161JA

Limetree Close

BN161LR

Oakley Gardens

BN161TJ

Farm Acre

BN161LA

Vermont Drive

BN161LP

Sea Road

BN161ND

Sea Lane

BN161SD

Downsview Road

BN164NR

Station Road

BN161EB

Roundstone Lane

BN161QA

Manor Road

BN161QD

Nursery Close

BN161RY

Middle Way

BN161SA

Seaview Avenue

BN161BZ

Somerset Road

BN161AH

Ambersham Crescent

BN161BJ

Warren Crescent

BN161BW

North Lane

BN161DJ

Old Worthing Road

BN161EH

Clarence Drive

BN161EJ

Clarence Drive

BN163FG

Churchfields

BN161AR

Worthing Road

BN161RF

Mendip Close

BN162TF

Tamarisk Way

BN162TP

The Ridings

BN163AP

Hurst Road

BN161EN

Roundstone Drive

BN161LU

Normandy Drive

BN161NG

Sea Lane

BN161UA

Sea Road

BN162SW

Myrtle Grove

BN163AW

Oakhurst Gardens

BN161JP

Sea Road

BN161JU

Vermont Drive

BN161LZ

Normandy Lane

BN161NY

South Strand

BN161EX

Cheviot Close

BN161NQ

Sea Lane Close

BN161QE

The Spinney

BN161QP

Golden Acre

BN161RW

Gorse View

BN161AE

Downs Way

BN161BQ

Warren Crescent

BN163FF

Langmeads Close

BN161EP

Roundstone Drive

BN161JT

Beechlands Close

BN162SU

Michel Grove

BN161BP

Russells Close

BN161HW

North Lane

BN161DQ

Roundstone Crescent

BN161HU

The Street

BN161PJ

Willowhayne Crescent

BN161JE

The Street

BN161NA

Seafield Road

BN161PL

Willowhayne Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.