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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

BN161QJ

The Way

BN161FH

Beltane Close

BN161HL

Elm Avenue

BN161TH

Flint Close

BN162TH

Madehurst Close

BN161AL

Heathfield Avenue

BN161BN

North Lane

BN161FD

Worthing Road

BN161JS

Sea Road

BN161TE

Willowhayne Crescent

BN163AS

Station Road

BN161FA

Worthing Road

BN161HZ

The Street

BN161LW

Sea Road

BN161LL

Kenhurst

BN161TL

South Strand

BN162TG

Selborne Way

BN161HG

North Lane

BN162BQ

Pigeonhouse Lane

BN163AR

Station Road

BN161LF

The Croft

BN162AF

Willowhayne Mews

BN161BD

The Framptons

BN161DA

North Lane

BN161PW

South Strand

BN162ST

Cross Road

BN161AD

Downs Way

BN161HT

The Street

BN161QY

Golden Avenue

BN163RB

Station Road

BN163RU

Station Road

BN161AB

Downs Way

BN161AF

Downs Way

BN161AY

Copse View

BN161DN

Mayfield

BN161JQ

Bay Trees Close

BN161QL

The Drive

BN161DS

Arlington Crescent

BN161DX

Saxon Close

BN161FB

Worthing Road

BN161HH

North Lane

BN161LD

The Plantation

BN161PD

Sea Road

BN161SW

Coastal Road

BN161TG

Flint Close

BN161ES

Lashmar Road

BN161HN

North Lane

BN161JG

Bay Tree Garden

BN161NH

Sea Lane

BN161QU

Golden Avenue

BN162SP

Vicarage Lane

BN161FG

Manor Road

BN161JN

Sea Road

BN161LT

Normandy Drive

BN161PN

South Strand

BN161RZ

Seaview Avenue

BN162UP

The Oaks

BN161EA

Old Worthing Road

BN161PP

Seaview Avenue

BN161QR

Golden Acre

BN161QX

Golden Avenue

BN162TQ

Kithurst Close

BN163JJ

Guildford Road

BN161HJ

Elm Avenue

BN161QS

Golden Avenue Close

BN162BG

Pigeonhouse Lane

BN163AT

West Preston Mews

BN161AU

Worthing Road

BN161LN

Sea Road

BN162SZ

Springfield Close

BN161DT

Loxwood

BN161PG

The Circle

BN161PT

The Nookery

BN161NN

Sea Road

BN163AJ

Station Road

BN161EF

Lavinia Way

BN161NE

Sea Lane

BN163AY

Station Road

BN161EQ

Windlesham Gardens

BN161NP

Sea Road

BN161NT

Parade Mansions

BN161QT

Golden Avenue

BN161RS

Kingston Lane

BN161SJ

Coastal Road

BN161BS

Eastern Close

BN161EG

Meadow Park

BN161NZ

South Strand

BN161RD

Hillview Crescent

BN161RE

Chiltern Close

BN163AA

Station Road

BN161HX

Forge Close

BN161RG

Hillview Crescent

BN162AY

Pigeonhouse Lane

BN161BH

Warren Crescent

BN161BL

Warren Crescent

BN161BU

Boundary Way

BN161DB

Brou Close

BN161HB

North Lane

BN161QN

Upper Drive

BN161QZ

Golden Avenue

Data Sources

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