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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 £384K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £503K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ancton
Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ancton, with 94 incidents logged in May 2026.
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.
Healthcare in Ancton
There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Ancton, the nearest being Flansham Park Health Centre (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Ancton
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Property Prices 4,733 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the PO22 postcode area.
Household Income in Ancton ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ancton is approximately £51,921 a year before tax, 6% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £39,317. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £39,317.
Businesses in Ancton ONS 2025
There are approximately 929 active businesses based in Ancton, around 29 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Ancton 420 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Ancton is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Ancton
Of the 13,952 households in and around Ancton, 75% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ancton.