About Portfield

Portfield is a suburb located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area PO19. It lies to the north of Chichester and is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing options. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and the city centre of Chichester. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The suburb is close to the South Downs National Park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and enjoying nature. Portfield also has several community facilities, including sports clubs and recreational spaces, which encourage social interaction among residents. Overall, it serves as a convenient and practical place for families and individuals seeking a suburban lifestyle while remaining near the attractions of Chichester.

School Ratings in Portfield

Families in Portfield have access to 46 local schools. St Anthony's School and Bishop Luffa School, Chichester are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Portfield

Homes sell for an average of £431K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £261K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Portfield

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Portfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Portfield around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Portfield

Portfield benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,318 sales

Average Price £431K
£1K — £9.51M
Detached £598K 1,124
Semi £420K 1,005
Terraced £389K 1,397
Flat £261K 1,487

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

28 Primary
5 Secondary
13 Other
Portfield Primary Academy Primary Good 0.3 miles Chichester Family Hub Good 0.4 miles Chichester Nursery School Nursery Good 0.4 miles The March CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles University of Chichester Good 0.7 miles Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Westbourne House School 0.8 miles Fordwater School, Chichester Good 0.9 miles St Richard's Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles St. Joseph's CofE Junior School Primary 1.1 miles St. Joseph's Infant School Primary 1.1 miles The Prebendal School 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Portfield IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Portfield are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,770 Children (0-15) 16%
26,495 Working Age 61%
13,016 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 35.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.6% 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 Portfield 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Portfield are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Sussex Chichester East
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

Chichester Train Station 1.2 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 2.5 miles
Bosham Train Station 3.9 miles
Barnham Train Station 5.2 miles
Bognor Regis Train Station 5.3 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 5.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shopwyke 0.6 miles Maudlin 0.9 miles Westhampnett 0.9 miles Chichester 0.9 miles Whyke 0.9 miles Summersdale 0.9 miles The Close 1.4 miles Westerton 1.4 miles Strettington 1.8 miles Temple Bar 1.8 miles Stockbridge 1.8 miles North Mundham 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in PO19 30 shown View all streets

A259 2 A286 2 Abel Smith Way 1 Adames Field 1 Adelaide Road 3 Albert Road 1 Alderman's Walk 1 Alexandra Road 1 Ambrose Rigge Walk 1 Anna Sewell Way 1 Answorth Close 1 Appledram Lane (North) 2 Armadale Road 1 Ashburnham Close 1 Avenue Approach 1 Avenue de Chartres 11 Baffins Court 1 Balmoral Close 1 Barford Road 2 Barlow Road 1 Barnard Mead 1 Barnfield Drive 4 Barton Road 1 Basin Road 63 Baxendale Road 1 Baytree Close 2 Beaver Close 1 Beech Avenue 2 Beehive Lane 1 Belgrave Crescent 4

Postcodes in PO19 50 shown View all postcodes

PO19 1AA PO19 1AB PO19 1AF PO19 1AG PO19 1AH PO19 1AJ PO19 1AN PO19 1AR PO19 1AT PO19 1AU PO19 1AW PO19 1AX PO19 1AY PO19 1BA PO19 1BD PO19 1BE PO19 1BF PO19 1BG PO19 1BJ PO19 1BL PO19 1BP PO19 1BQ PO19 1BS PO19 1BT PO19 1BU PO19 1BW PO19 1BX PO19 1BY PO19 1BZ PO19 1DA PO19 1DB PO19 1DD PO19 1DE PO19 1DF PO19 1DG PO19 1DH PO19 1DJ PO19 1DL PO19 1DN PO19 1DP PO19 1DQ PO19 1DR PO19 1DS PO19 1DT PO19 1DW PO19 1EA PO19 1EB PO19 1ED PO19 1EE PO19 1EH