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Marsh Barn & Widewater

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About

Marsh Barn & Widewater is a distinct coastal area defined by its lagoons and low-lying fields. The landscape is largely open, with the Adur River to the east and shingle beach to the south. The Widewater Lagoon, a saline lake separated from the sea, is a central feature. This creates a specific habitat that contrasts with the more developed areas nearby.

The environment is managed for nature, with paths running along the lagoon's edge and across the marsh. The area's character is shaped by water, sky, and the long, straight line of the coast road. It is a place for quiet recreation, such as walking and birdwatching, away from the main seafront attractions.

Area overview

On average Marsh Barn & Widewater has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Marsh Barn & Widewater is £45,072 per year. Marsh Barn & Widewater is home to around 5,724 people, with a population density of about 1,450.1 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
19.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Marsh Barn & Widewater Population
5,724
Population density
1,450.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
33.89(+7%)
Shoplifting
22.36(+180%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.69(+52%)
Public order
7.34(+21%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.81(+6%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,214
91.09%
Other White
146
2.55%
Irish
36
0.63%
White and Asian (mixed)
34
0.59%
Chinese
31
0.54%
Total population: 5,724

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
1,158
24.14%
Level 4+ (Degree)
1,060
22.09%
Level 3 (A level)
791
16.49%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
686
14.3%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
587
12.23%
Total 16+ residents: 4,798

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,058
40.49%
Owns with a mortgage
738
28.24%
Private landlord or letting agency
326
12.48%
Social rents from council
218
8.34%
Other social rented
207
7.92%
Total households: 2,613

Property prices in Marsh Barn & Widewater

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Marsh Barn & Widewater area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £1,057,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Marsh Barn & Widewater 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 Marsh Barn & Widewater over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Semi-Detached36£375,000
Terraced19£320,000
Flats7£190,000
Detached16£460,000

10 years median price trend in Marsh Barn & Widewater

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Marsh Barn & Widewater.

All postcodes in Marsh Barn & Widewater

BN158LX

West Way

BN159EQ

Gravelly Crescent

BN159EL

Hayley Road

BN158JJ

Old Salts Farm Road

BN159BB

North Road

BN158DU

Sussex Road

BN158JG

Old Salts Farm Road

BN159FP

Mash Barn Lane

BN159GG

Mash Barn

BN158NH

Prince Avenue

BN159AA

North Road

BN159TE

Burley Close

BN158PZ

Old Salts Farm Road

BN159GU

Owl Drive

BN155DP

North Road

BN159BF

Culver Road

BN158LD

Willow Close

BN159EE

Mash Barn Lane

BN158EB

Kings Road

BN159GY

Mash Barn

BN158JZ

Orient Road

BN159XH

Kestrel Road

BN159DX

Shadwells Road

BN155BE

North Road

BN158QZ

Brighton Road

BN158NL

Bristol Avenue

BN158NB

West Way

BN159ET

Hayley Road

BN159GT

Goshawk Road

BN158NZ

The Broadway

BN159GJ

Mash Barn

BN159FL

Mash Barn

BN158JS

Brighton Road

BN159DF

Barfield Park

BN159BE

North Road

BN158LQ

Brighton Road

BN159BA

North Road

BN159DB

Monks Close

BN155BR

North Road

BN150QZ

Old Shoreham Road

BN159EJ

Daniel Close

BN158ET

Brighton Road

BN155DE

North Road

BN159AB

North Road

BN158LH

Brighton Road

BN159BS

North Farm Road

BN158NY

The Broadway

BN159DR

Grinstead Lane

BN158LB

Brighton Road

BN158NJ

Bristol Avenue

BN158NQ

George V Avenue

BN158NE

Boundary Road

BN158LF

Brighton Road

BN158NA

West Way

BN158EH

The Saltings

BN159EX

Mckerchar Close

BN150QY

Manor Close

BN158JF

Sandringham Court

BN159EN

Shadwells Road

BN158NG

George V Avenue

BN158LL

Brighton Road

BN158JP

Brighton Road

BN159DH

Abbots Way

BN158EE

The Close

BN159BY

Links Road

BN159DG

Barfield Park

BN158NX

The Broadway

BN159FR

Brimstone Road

BN159FQ

Small Copper Close

BN159HE

Lewin Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.