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Fernhurst & Northchapel

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About

Fernhurst & Northchapel are rural parishes in the Chichester district of West Sussex, known for their woodland and open countryside. The area lies within the South Downs National Park, offering scenic landscapes and walking trails. Fernhurst is a larger village with a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities, while Northchapel is smaller and more secluded, with a traditional village green.

The region has strong ties to local agriculture and forestry, with many farms and woodlands still in operation. The Blackdown Ridge and surrounding heathland provide habitats for wildlife, attracting nature enthusiasts. Both villages have community-focused facilities, including pubs, village halls, and primary schools, maintaining a close-knit rural character. The area is well-connected by country lanes, though retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Fernhurst & Northchapel has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 35 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Fernhurst & Northchapel is £57,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Fernhurst & Northchapel: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
35
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
11.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Fernhurst & Northchapel Population
6,705
Population density
100.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,122
91.3%
Other White
305
4.55%
White and Asian (mixed)
65
0.97%
Irish
59
0.88%
Other Asian
27
0.4%
Total population: 6,705

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,034
39.05%
Owns with a mortgage
886
33.46%
Other social rented
337
12.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
231
8.72%
Other forms of private rent
74
2.79%
Total households: 2,648

Property prices in Fernhurst & Northchapel

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £535,000 in Fernhurst & Northchapel area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £3,000,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Fernhurst & Northchapel 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 Fernhurst & Northchapel over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£766,500
Flats5£175,000
Semi-Detached11£450,000
Terraced7£355,000

10 years median price trend in Fernhurst & Northchapel

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Fernhurst & Northchapel.

All postcodes in Fernhurst & Northchapel

GU273EH

Glebe Road

GU273JW

Hawksfold Lane East

GU273LL

Haslemere Road

GU273LN

Fernden Lane

GU273QT

Hammer Lane

GU273QU

Moor Road

GU289HL

Luffs Meadow

GU273AJ

Hammer Hill

GU273NR

Vann Road

GU273BY

Jobson's Lane

GU273DX

Copyhold Lane

GU273NL

Vann Road

GU273NT

Hawksfold Lane West

GU273TN

Gales Close

GU289EP

Fernhurst & Northchapel

GU289HT

Pipers Lane

GU273EX

Midhurst Road

GU273EY

Midhurst Road

GU273JD

Ropes Lane

GU273JF

Verdley Place

GU273RF

Camelsdale Road

GU273SU

Camelsdale Road

GU273DA

Benifold Place

GU273DN

Green Lane

GU273HL

Ash Grove

GU273HR

Old Glebe

GU289EG

Fernhurst & Northchapel

GU289HU

Pipers Lane

GU289HY

Valentines Lea

GU289EZ

Highstead Lane

GU273HS

Old Glebe

GU273TL

Nappers Wood

GU289ED

St Michaels Close

GU289EX

Fernhurst & Northchapel

GU273JG

Fernhurst & Northchapel

GU273QF

Camelsdale Road

GU289LZ

London Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.