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Pevensey ward is situated in the coastal town of Littlehampton, within the Arun district. It is primarily a residential area characterised by a mix of housing types, including post-war estates and more modern developments. The ward contains local amenities such as shops, schools, and community facilities to serve its population. Its boundaries are largely defined by major roads, giving it a distinct shape within the urban layout of the town.

The area includes the Littlehampton Golf Club, which provides a significant green space and leisure facility. Residential streets are generally quiet, with a demographic that includes families and older residents. Pevensey is not directly on the seafront but is within easy reach of the town centre and the River Arun. The ward functions as a typical suburban neighbourhood, focused on providing housing and essential local services for its community.

Area overview

On average Pevensey has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 110 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Pevensey is £43,438 per year. There are 5 schools in Pevensey: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Pevensey is home to around 5,572 people, with a population density of about 5,224.1 per km2.

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

110

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

1/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Pevensey Population

5,572

Population density

5,224.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

50.61(+60%)

Anti-social behaviour

21(+81%)

Other theft

12.02(+115%)

Criminal damage and arson

11.67(+81%)

Vehicle crime

9.33(+146%)

South East average

Demographics

British

4,616

82.81%

Other White

691

12.4%

Bangladeshi

0.75%

Other

0.52%

Indian

0.52%

Total population: 5,574

Economics

No qualifications

1,143

25.26%

Level 4 qualifications or above

942

20.82%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

692

15.29%

Level 3 (A level)

672

14.85%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

616

13.61%

Total 16+ residents: 4,525

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

602

27.35%

Owns outright

576

26.17%

Private landlord or letting agency

354

16.08%

Social rents from council

346

15.72%

Other social rented

239

10.86%

Total households: 2,201

Property prices in Pevensey

Based on 37 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Pevensey area, with individual transactions ranging from £59,000 up to £580,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Pevensey over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	10	£435,000	£327,525	£396,250	£456,250	£571,900
Flats	9	£150,000	£84,400	£123,500	£185,000	£212,100
Semi-Detached	8	£300,000	£198,875	£267,875	£318,125	£323,250
Terraced	10	£255,000	£194,500	£234,500	£287,500	£317,350

10 years median price trend in Pevensey

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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