About Ancton

Ancton is a small village located in West Sussex, within the county of England. It lies within the PO22 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the countryside. The village is known for its quiet, peaceful environment and is surrounded by open fields and farmland. Ancton is close to the town of Chichester, which offers a range of local amenities and services. The area is characterised by traditional English countryside scenery, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of nearby towns and cities. It offers a calm and relaxed lifestyle, typical of the South East of England.

School Ratings in Ancton

Ancton is served by 36 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ancton

Property prices average £360K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £507K.

Deprivation and Employment in Ancton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ancton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ancton

Most properties in Ancton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,826 sales

Average Price £360K
£3K £5.34M
Detached £507K 1,830
Semi £316K 1,113
Terraced £262K 1,034
Flat £170K 714

Deprivation and Employment in Ancton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ancton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
5/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,862 Children (0-15) 15%
30,050 Working Age 59%
17,045 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Ford Train Station 2.6 miles
Littlehampton Train Station 2.7 miles
Barnham Train Station 3 miles
Bognor Regis Train Station 3 miles
Arundel Train Station 4.4 miles
Angmering Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Local Government

District Arun
County West Sussex
Ward Barnham
Constituency Arundel and South Downs
Parish Barnham and Eastergate
Region South East