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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 £310K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £267K.
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 107 incidents logged in May 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.
Healthcare in Brookpits
There are 7 GP surgeries within three miles of Brookpits, the nearest being Hmp Ford Prison (0.8 miles away).
Local Data for Brookpits
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Property Prices 4,907 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BN17 postcode area.
Household Income in Brookpits ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brookpits is approximately £47,399 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £36,473. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £36,473.
Businesses in Brookpits ONS 2025
There are approximately 951 active businesses based in Brookpits, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 18 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
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.
Crime in Brookpits 478 crimes · May 2026
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.
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 Brookpits
Of the 14,537 households in and around Brookpits, 64% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brookpits.