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Ferring & Kingston Gorse

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About

Ferring & Kingston Gorse is a coastal area in Arun, West Sussex, known for its mix of residential and rural landscapes. The village of Ferring sits between Worthing and Littlehampton, with a pebble beach and the South Downs nearby. The area includes farmland, green spaces, and the Kingston Gorse estate, which features large properties and private woodlands.

The beach at Ferring is a quiet stretch of shoreline, popular for walks and fishing. The nearby Rife river runs through the village, adding to its natural appeal. Kingston Gorse is more secluded, with a mix of historic homes and modern developments. The area offers easy access to the A259, connecting it to larger towns while maintaining a quieter pace of life.

Area overview

On average Ferring & Kingston Gorse has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 33 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ferring & Kingston Gorse is £48,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Ferring & Kingston Gorse: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
33
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
1.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ferring & Kingston Gorse Population
6,248
Population density
1,077.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,848
93.61%
Other White
154
2.47%
Irish
50
0.8%
Other
38
0.61%
Other Asian
28
0.45%
Total population: 6,247

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,957
65.12%
Owns with a mortgage
689
22.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
241
8.02%
Other forms of private rent
46
1.53%
Other social rented
30
1%
Total households: 3,005

Property prices in Ferring & Kingston Gorse

Based on 115 recent sales, the median property price is £535,000 in Ferring & Kingston Gorse area, with individual transactions ranging from £189,400 up to £2,850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ferring & Kingston Gorse 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 Ferring & Kingston Gorse over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached80£607,500
Flats13£315,000
Semi-Detached19£420,000
Terraced3£360,000

10 years median price trend in Ferring & Kingston Gorse

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ferring & Kingston Gorse.

Data Sources

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