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The Witterings

England / South East / Chichester / The Witterings

About

The Witterings ward is located in the Chichester district of West Sussex, covering the coastal villages of East Wittering and West Wittering. The area is known for its proximity to the sea, with West Wittering Beach being a key feature. The ward includes residential areas, local shops, and amenities catering to both residents and visitors.

The landscape is characterised by a mix of housing, green spaces, and coastal paths. The area has a strong community focus, with events and activities often centred around the beach and local organisations. Transport links include bus services connecting to Chichester and nearby towns. The Witterings is popular for outdoor recreation, particularly water sports and walking.

Area overview

On average The Witterings has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in The Witterings is £41,600 per year. There are 3 schools in The Witterings: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
8.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

The Witterings Population
10,324
Population density
363.5 per km²

Demographics

British
9,686
93.81%
Other White
254
2.46%
Irish
73
0.71%
White and Asian (mixed)
47
0.46%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
41
0.4%
Total population: 10,325

Housing

Owns outright
2,371
50.44%
Owns with a mortgage
1,035
22.02%
Private landlord or letting agency
628
13.36%
Other social rented
431
9.17%
Other forms of private rent
129
2.74%
Total households: 4,701

Property prices in The Witterings

Based on 139 recent sales, the median property price is £520,000 in The Witterings area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £3,900,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached89£660,000
Flats10£268,750
Semi-Detached29£360,000
Terraced11£335,000

10 years price trend in The Witterings

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.