About Barnham

Barnham is a village located in West Sussex, within the county of England. It lies in the Arun district and is part of the civil parish of Barnham and Ford. The village is situated near the A27 road, making it accessible from nearby towns and cities. Barnham has a small community with a mix of residential properties and local amenities, including a village hall and a primary school. The surrounding area features open countryside and farmland, typical of the South East of England. The postcode area for Barnham is PO22, which covers the village and its immediate surroundings. The village has a long history, with records indicating settlement dating back to the medieval period. It remains a quiet, rural community with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Barnham

There are 39 schools in and around Barnham. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barnham

The average property price is £360K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £507K.

Deprivation and Employment in Barnham

Barnham sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barnham

Broadband speeds in Barnham are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of 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 Barnham IMD 2025

Barnham sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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

Barnham Train Station 0.5 miles
Ford Train Station 2.3 miles
Bognor Regis Train Station 3.4 miles
Arundel Train Station 3.9 miles
Littlehampton Train Station 4 miles
Amberley Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Local Government

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