About Bosham Hoe

Bosham Hoe is a coastal area located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area PO18. It lies along the eastern shore of Chichester Harbour, offering views across the water towards the historic town of Chichester. The site is known for its open grassy space and proximity to the harbour, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The area is accessible by foot or bicycle, with paths connecting it to nearby Bosham village. There are no permanent structures on Bosham Hoe itself, but it provides a peaceful setting for walking, picnics, and enjoying the natural surroundings. The location is particularly well known for its connection to sailing and maritime activities, with the Bosham Sailing Club based nearby. The area is also used for community events and seasonal gatherings.

School Ratings in Bosham Hoe

Bosham Hoe is served by 31 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bosham Hoe

Property prices average £607K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £784K.

Deprivation and Employment in Bosham Hoe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bosham Hoe 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 Bosham Hoe

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Bosham Hoe, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,114 sales

Average Price £607K
£1K — £5.2M
Detached £784K 954
Semi £411K 491
Terraced £391K 340
Flat £237K 149

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
3 Secondary
9 Other
Birdham CE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Bosham Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Fishbourne CofE Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Chidham Parochial Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles East Wittering Community Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Bishop Luffa School, Chichester Secondary Outstanding 3 miles West Wittering Parochial Church of England School Primary Good 3 miles Sidlesham Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.1 miles Chichester College Group 16 plus Good 3.1 miles Oakwood School 3.3 miles Parklands Community Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Chichester High School Secondary 3.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bosham Hoe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bosham Hoe 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
5,987 Children (0-15) 16%
21,906 Working Age 59%
12,336 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.2% 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

Bosham Train Station 2.4 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 2.5 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 3.1 miles
Chichester Train Station 3.2 miles
Southbourne Train Station 4 miles
Emsworth Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Birdham 0.9 miles West Itchenor 1.2 miles Dell Quay 1.4 miles Shipton Green 1.4 miles Chidham 1.8 miles Somerley 1.9 miles Crouchers 2 miles Bosham 2 miles Rookwood 2.2 miles Apuldram 2.2 miles Fishbourne 2.2 miles Broadbridge 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Chichester
County West Sussex
Ward Lavant
Constituency Chichester
Parish Lavant
Region South East

Streets in PO18 30 shown View all streets

A259 7 A27 2 A285 2 A286 13 Abbotts Close 1 Admirals Walk 1 Aldingbourne Drive 4 Anchor Court 1 Anchor Lane 2 April Gardens 2 Arnold Way 1 Arundel Road 3 Arundell Way 1 Astra Close 1 Augustus Road 2 Aviary Close 1 B2141 10 B2146 20 B2147 2 B2176 1 Baileys Way 1 Barker Close 1 Barnside 1 Basin Road 4 Bethwines Close 1 Billy Fiske Close 2 Binderton Lane 1 Bira Mews 1 Blackboy Lane 5 Blackmill Lane 3

Postcodes in PO18 50 shown View all postcodes

PO18 0AA PO18 0AB PO18 0AD PO18 0AE PO18 0AF PO18 0AG PO18 0AH PO18 0AJ PO18 0AL PO18 0AP PO18 0AQ PO18 0AR PO18 0AS PO18 0AT PO18 0AU PO18 0AW PO18 0AX PO18 0AY PO18 0AZ PO18 0BA PO18 0BB PO18 0BD PO18 0BE PO18 0BF PO18 0BG PO18 0BH PO18 0BJ PO18 0BL PO18 0BP PO18 0BQ PO18 0BS PO18 0BT PO18 0BU PO18 0BW PO18 0BX PO18 0BY PO18 0BZ PO18 0DA PO18 0DB PO18 0DD PO18 0DE PO18 0DF PO18 0DG PO18 0DH PO18 0DJ PO18 0DL PO18 0DN PO18 0DP PO18 0DQ PO18 0DR