About Compton

Compton is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the PO18 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The local architecture includes traditional houses that represent the area's heritage. Compton is situated near the South Downs National Park, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. The village is served by a few local amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, which hosts community events. Nearby, the town of Midhurst provides additional services and shops. Compton's location makes it a convenient base for exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions, including historic sites and natural landscapes.

School Ratings in Compton

Compton is served by 17 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Compton

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

Deprivation and Employment in Compton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Compton 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 Compton

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Compton, 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

11 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Compton and Up Marden CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Littlegreen Academy Good 0.9 miles Ditcham Park School 2.6 miles Harting CofE Primary School Primary 3 miles Buriton Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Westbourne Primary School Primary 4.3 miles Petersgate Infant School Primary Good 4.4 miles Horndean Church of England Junior School Primary Good 4.5 miles Horndean Infant School Primary Good 4.6 miles Havant Academy Secondary 4.6 miles Sharps Copse and Park Futures Children's Centre 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Compton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Compton 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

Rowlands Castle Train Station 3.4 miles
Southbourne Train Station 5.3 miles
Emsworth Train Station 5.4 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 5.5 miles
Petersfield Train Station 6 miles
Havant Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

West Marden 0.6 miles Up Marden 1.2 miles Forestside 1.8 miles East Marden 1.9 miles Deanlane End 2.2 miles North Marden 2.2 miles Walderton 2.6 miles Stoughton 2.6 miles Chalton 2.8 miles Finchdean 2.8 miles Hooksway 2.8 miles Chilgrove 3.1 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