About Old Shoreham

Old Shoreham, located in West Sussex, England, is a small village with a rich maritime heritage. The area is primarily known for its historic sites, including the Old Shoreham Tollbridge, which dates back to the 1780s and is one of the oldest surviving toll bridges in the country. The village is situated near the River Adur, providing scenic views and opportunities for riverside walks. The local architecture reflects its long history, with several buildings dating back to the 16th century. St. Nicholas Church, with its Norman origins, is a notable landmark and offers insight into the village's past. Old Shoreham also has a small selection of shops and eateries, making it a convenient stop for visitors exploring the surrounding areas of West Sussex. The village is easily accessible and serves as a pleasant location for those interested in local history and community life.

School Ratings in Old Shoreham

Old Shoreham is served by 75 schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Old Shoreham

Property prices average £436K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £270K.

Deprivation and Employment in Old Shoreham

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Old Shoreham 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 Old Shoreham

Most properties in Old Shoreham 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 3,330 sales

Average Price £436K
£490 — £6.43M
Detached £712K 528
Semi £460K 853
Terraced £411K 774
Flat £270K 1,026

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
11 Secondary
26 Other
Lancing College 0.7 miles Swiss Gardens Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Buckingham Park Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Nicolas & St Mary CofE Primary School Primary 1.2 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Adur East Family Hub (Shoreham) 1.4 miles North Lancing Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Shoreham Beach Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Seaside Primary School Primary 1.7 miles The Globe Primary Academy Primary Good 1.8 miles Adur West Family Hub (Lancing) 1.9 miles Boundstone Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Old Shoreham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Old Shoreham 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
7/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
7/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
7/10
5,764 Children (0-15) 18%
18,472 Working Age 58%
9,907 Older (60+) 31%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.7% 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

Shoreham-By-Sea Train Station 1.1 miles
Lancing Train Station 2 miles
Southwick Train Station 2.5 miles
Portslade Train Station 3.8 miles
Worthing Train Station 4.2 miles
Aldrington Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

North Lancing 1.4 miles Coombes 1.4 miles South Lancing 1.8 miles Lancing 1.8 miles Shoreham Beach 1.8 miles Shoreham-By-Sea 1.8 miles Kingston by Sea 2 miles Botolphs 2 miles Sompting 2.2 miles Castle Town 2.5 miles Sompting Abbotts 2.6 miles Beggars Bush 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Adur
County West Sussex
Ward St. Nicolas
Constituency East Worthing and Shoreham
Parish Adur, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in BN43 30 shown View all streets

Adelaide Square 1 Admirals Walk 2 Adur Avenue 4 Adur Drive 2 Amber Close 2 Amberley Close 1 Anchor Close 2 Annington Gardens 1 Arundel Close 2 Ashcroft Close 3 Ashlings Way 1 Baytree Close 2 Beach Green 4 Beach Road 2 Benbow Close 2 Berberis Court 1 Bergamot Crescent 1 Blackpatch Grove 1 Bluebird Close 1 Brighton Road 29 Britannia Avenue 3 Broad Reach 2 Brunswick Road 23 Buci Crescent 2 Buckingham Avenue 1 Buckingham Road 8 Buckingham Street 1 Cheal Close 1 Chiltern Close 2 Church Green 3

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