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Worthing Central

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About

Worthing Central is the heart of the town, located near the seafront and offering a mix of shopping, dining, and leisure options. The area includes Montague Street and South Street, which feature a range of independent shops, cafes, and chain stores. The nearby Worthing Pier is a focal point, providing views of the coast and hosting events throughout the year.

The area is well-connected, with Worthing Railway Station providing links to Brighton and London. Public spaces like Steyne Gardens offer green areas for relaxation, while the Connaught Theatre and Worthing Museum provide cultural attractions. The central location makes it a practical base for both residents and visitors.

Area overview

On average Worthing Central has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 205 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Worthing Central is £40,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Worthing Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
205
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
7.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Worthing Central Population
10,185
Population density
6,831 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,401
72.65%
Other White
1,140
11.19%
Other Asian
368
3.61%
Indian
161
1.58%
African
153
1.5%
Total population: 10,187

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,466
45.28%
Owns outright
1,297
23.82%
Owns with a mortgage
1,058
19.43%
Other social rented
383
7.03%
Other forms of private rent
139
2.55%
Total households: 5,446

Property prices in Worthing Central

Based on 149 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Worthing Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Worthing Central 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 Worthing Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£1,330,000
Flats101£202,000
Semi-Detached7£680,000
Terraced40£406,500

10 years median price trend in Worthing Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Worthing Central.

All postcodes in Worthing Central

BN113WJ

Chapel Road

BN993BG

Chapel Road

Data Sources

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