About Brookpits

Brookpits is a small settlement located in the county of West Sussex, within the country of England. It falls within the BN17 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region. The area is characterised by open countryside and agricultural land, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. The name Brookpits suggests a historical connection to a small stream or brook, possibly with former pits or excavations in the vicinity. The local landscape is typical of the South Downs, with rolling hills and scattered woodland. There are no major amenities in the immediate vicinity, and the community remains quiet and largely residential. The village is accessible by road, with nearby towns offering essential services and transport links.

School Ratings in Brookpits

Brookpits is served by 37 schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Brookpits

Property prices average £307K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £268K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brookpits

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Brookpits, with 75 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brookpits

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brookpits 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 Brookpits

Most properties in Brookpits 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 4,981 sales

Average Price £307K
£600 — £52.75M
Detached £430K 802
Semi £321K 1,138
Terraced £268K 1,612
Flat £167K 1,215

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

26 Primary
5 Secondary
6 Other
St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Arun East Family Hub (Littlehampton) 1.4 miles White Meadows Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles River Beach Primary School Primary 1.6 miles St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Littlehampton Primary 1.8 miles Lyminster Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles The Littlehampton Academy Secondary Good 1.9 miles Yapton CE Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Cornfield School, Littlehampton Good 2.1 miles Bishop Tufnell CofE Primary School, Felpham Primary Good 2.7 miles Rustington Community Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Summerlea Community Primary School Primary 2.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Brookpits IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Brookpits 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
6/10
6,903 Children (0-15) 18%
23,251 Working Age 59%
11,966 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.9% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.5% 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

Crime in Brookpits 301 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Brookpits 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.

107 Violence & Sexual Offences
75 Anti-Social Behaviour
28 Shoplifting
18 Public Order
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Other Theft
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Drugs
8 Other Crime
5 Burglary
4 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Sussex Yapton
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Littlehampton Train Station 1.3 miles
Ford Train Station 1.8 miles
Arundel Train Station 3.3 miles
Barnham Train Station 3.5 miles
Angmering Train Station 3.8 miles
Bognor Regis Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Atherington 0.6 miles Horsemere Green 0.9 miles Climping 0.9 miles Burndell 1.4 miles Elmer 1.4 miles Ancton 1.4 miles Littlehampton 1.4 miles Ford 1.4 miles Wick 1.8 miles Middleton-on-Sea 2 miles Bilsham 2 miles Yapton 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Arun
County West Sussex
Ward River
Constituency Bognor Regis and Littlehampton
Parish Littlehampton
Region South East

Streets in BN17 30 shown View all streets

Admiral's Walk 1 Albert Road 1 Amberley Close 2 Amsbridge Crescent 1 Anchor Springs 2 Anderson Way 2 Appletree Walk 1 Arcade Road 4 Armada Way 2 Armon Grove 1 Arndale Road 3 Arundel Drive 3 Arundel Road 7 Ash Close 1 Aspen Close 1 Avon Road 1 Banks Gardens 1 Barn Close 1 Barque Close 1 Battin Lane 1 Bayford Road 3 Beach Crescent 1 Beach Road 3 Beacon Way 1 Beaconsfield Road 4 Beaton Avenue 2 Beaumont Park 4 Bell Davies Road 1 Belloc Road 1 Bellscroft Close 1

Postcodes in BN17 50 shown View all postcodes

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