Sompting on the map

Sompting built-up area

Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in West SussexSompting sits where the marker shows within the county.

26,821
Population
12,186
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£49,749
Avg. household income
759
Businesses
1,148
People per km²
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About Sompting

Sompting is a village located in West Sussex, England, within the BN15 postcode area. It lies just to the north of the larger town of Lancing and is easily accessible from the A27 road. The village features a mix of residential homes and open spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The local parish church, St. Mary’s, dates back to the 12th century and is a notable landmark in the area.

Surrounding Sompting are several walking paths and fields, making it suitable for outdoor activities. The village has a small selection of local shops and amenities, catering to everyday needs. For those interested in exploring further afield, the nearby coastal town of Lancing offers additional facilities and access to the beach, making it a convenient location for both relaxation and community life.

School Ratings in Sompting

There are 70 schools in and around Sompting. Boundstone Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sompting

The average property price is £334K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £354K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sompting

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Sompting, with 60 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Sompting

Sompting sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Sompting

There are 33 GP surgeries within three miles of Sompting, the nearest being Ball Tree Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Sompting

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Property Prices 3,977 sales

Average Price £334K
£1K , £5.58M
Detached £450K 693
Semi £354K 1,430
Terraced £311K 920
Flat £198K 772

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

38 Primary
10 Secondary
22 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BN15 postcode area.

The Globe Primary Academy Primary Good 0.5 miles Boundstone Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.5 miles The Sir Robert Woodard Academy Secondary Good 0.5 miles Adur West Family Hub (Lancing) 0.5 miles Springboard Education Not applicable 0.5 miles Sompting Village Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Seaside Primary School Primary 0.9 miles North Lancing Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Sompting Abbotts School Not applicable 1.1 miles Davison Church of England High School for Girls, Worthing Secondary Outstanding 1.2 miles Red Balloon Worthing Learner Centre Not applicable Good 1.3 miles Worthing East Family Hub (Lyndhurst Road) 1.3 miles

Household Income in Sompting ONS 2023

The average total household income in Sompting is approximately £49,749 a year before tax, 10% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,555. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Sompting £49,749
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,555.

Businesses in Sompting ONS 2025

There are approximately 759 active businesses based in Sompting, around 28 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

759 Total businesses
28 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Sompting IMD 2025

Sompting sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 25%
4,472 Children (0-15) 17%
15,468 Working Age 58%
6,873 Older (65+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.9% 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 Sompting 202 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Sompting sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

Anti-Social Behaviour 60
Violence & Sexual Offences 60
Shoplifting 17
Public Order 16
Criminal Damage & Arson 15
Other Theft 11
Vehicle Crime 7
Other Crime 6
Weapons 3
Robbery 3
Drugs 2
Burglary 1
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
Sussex Churchill
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

Lancing Train Station 0.4 miles
Worthing Train Station 2 miles
Shoreham-By-Sea Train Station 2.7 miles
West Worthing Train Station 2.7 miles
Durrington-On-Sea Train Station 3.5 miles
Southwick Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

South Lancing 0.6 miles Lancing 0.6 miles East Worthing 0.9 miles North Lancing 0.9 miles Sompting Abbotts 0.9 miles Broadwater 1.9 miles Beggars Bush 2 miles Old Shoreham 2.2 miles West Tarring 2.6 miles Worthing 2.6 miles Salvington 2.6 miles West Worthing 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Adur
County West Sussex
Ward Cokeham
Constituency East Worthing and Shoreham
Parish Sompting
Region South East

Home Ownership in Sompting

Of the 11,671 households in and around Sompting, 75% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 10% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Sompting.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sompting

What is the population of Sompting?
Sompting has a population of approximately 26,821 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Sompting?
The average property in and around Sompting sold for about £333,737, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 4% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Sompting a deprived area?
Sompting sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Sompting?
Sompting is covered by the BN15 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Sompting?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Sompting, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Sompting?
The nearest railway station to Sompting is Lancing Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.

Streets in BN15 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Road 4 Abbots Way 1 Abbotts View 1 Adur Close 2 Alandale Road 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alma Street 2 Ambleside Road 1 Annweir Avenue 3 Arnside Close 1 Arun Close 1 Avon Close 2 Ball Tree Close 2 Barfield Park 4 Beachcroft Place 3 Beeding Close 1 Belvedere Avenue 1 Berriedale Close 1 Berriedale Drive 2 Bessborough Terrace 1 Birch Close 1 Bishops Close 1 Blacksmiths Crescent 2 Blenheim Road 2 Boundary Road 2 Boundstone Close 1 Boundstone Lane 5 Bowness Avenue 3 Boxgrove Close 1 Bramber Close 1

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