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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 high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 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
66
Deprivation level
7/10
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

Shoplifting
46.3(+477%)
Violence and sexual offences
30.75(-3%)
Anti-social behaviour
17.3(+49%)
Public order
13.8(+126%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.46(0%)
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 63 recent sales, the median property price is £325,000 in Marsh Barn & Widewater area, with individual transactions ranging from £120,000 up to £975,000.

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
Detached7£470,000
Flats11£180,000
Semi-Detached28£347,500
Terraced17£317,000

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

BN159XH

Kestrel Road

BN159TZ

Robinson Close

BN158LE

Wenceling Cottages

BN158LQ

Brighton Road

BN158LW

Brighton Road

BN159EL

Hayley Road

BN159ES

Mash Barn Lane

BN159DX

Shadwells Road

BN435FF

Cecil Pashley Way

BN155BR

North Road

BN158ED

Queens Road

BN158JL

The Herons

BN158LT

The Broadway

BN159DA

North Farm Road

BN159EN

Shadwells Road

BN158LN

Brighton Road

BN159EU

Woodard Road

BN159FQ

Small Copper Close

BN158NB

West Way

BN159EE

Mash Barn Lane

BN159FT

Gatekeepers Drive

BN158ET

Brighton Road

BN159BT

North Farm Road

BN159JQ

Curvins Way

BN155BS

North Road

BN159AA

North Road

BN150QT

Old Shoreham Road

BN159EZ

Hayley Road

BN158JD

Old Salts Farm Road

BN158JS

Brighton Road

BN159DG

Barfield Park

BN159FX

Speckled Wood Walk

BN155BE

North Road

BN155BX

North Road

BN158NG

George V Avenue

BN159DD

Monks Close

BN158NT

The Broadway

BN159DP

Grinstead Lane

BN159GT

Mash Barn

BN159BE

North Road

BN159EJ

Daniel Close

BN159HQ

Hayley Road

BN155BT

North Road

BN158LJ

Brighton Road

BN158LL

Brighton Road

BN158LZ

West Way

BN159BP

North Farm Road

BN159FP

Mash Barn Lane

BN159EP

Shadwells Close

BN158EJ

Alexandra Road

BN159TD

Addison Close

BN158LY

West Way

BN159BX

North Farm Road

BN159DR

Grinstead Lane

BN158HD

Penhill Road

BN158LU

West Way

BN158NN

The Broadway

BN159FR

Brimstone Road

BN159AY

Queensway

BN159BN

Meadow Lane

BN158JF

Sandringham Court

BN158JJ

Old Salts Farm Road

BN158JY

Orient Road

BN158NR

The Broadway

BN159DF

Barfield Park

BN159FU

Gatekeepers Drive

BN159TE

Burley Close

BN159EH

Daniel Close

BN155DT

Mash Barn

BN159WW

North Road

Data Sources

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