About The Close

The Close is a residential area located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area PO19. This neighbourhood is primarily composed of private homes, offering a peaceful environment for its residents. The Close is conveniently situated near local amenities, making it easy for residents to access shops, schools, and parks in the vicinity. The area is well-connected by public transport, providing links to nearby towns and cities. The Close is also in proximity to the historic city of Chichester, which features a variety of cultural attractions, including the Chichester Cathedral and the Festival Theatre. Overall, The Close offers a comfortable living space with essential services nearby, appealing to families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in The Close

Families in The Close have access to 35 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 The Close

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 The Close

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across The Close, with 134 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Close

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places The Close 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 The Close

The Close 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

23 Primary
2 Secondary
10 Other
Chichester College Group 16 plus Good 150 yards The Prebendal School 0.3 miles Bishop Luffa School, Chichester Secondary Outstanding 0.4 miles St. Joseph's CofE Junior School Primary 0.4 miles St. Joseph's Infant School Primary 0.4 miles Parklands Community Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Richard's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Chichester High School Secondary 0.6 miles Kingsham Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Anthony's School Outstanding 0.9 miles University of Chichester Good 0.9 miles Rumboldswhyke CofE Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in The Close IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in The Close 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 The Close 519 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for The Close are higher than the England and Wales average, with anti-social behaviour the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

134 Anti-Social Behaviour
132 Violence & Sexual Offences
100 Shoplifting
41 Public Order
39 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Other Theft
15 Burglary
12 Vehicle Crime
7 Weapons
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Robbery
5 Other Crime
4 Drugs
Local Policing
Sussex Chichester City
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 0.3 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 1.3 miles
Bosham Train Station 2.7 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 4.3 miles
Southbourne Train Station 5.4 miles
Bognor Regis Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chichester 0.6 miles Whyke 0.6 miles The Manor 0.6 miles Stockbridge 0.6 miles Apuldram 0.9 miles Fishbourne 1.2 miles Donnington 1.2 miles Portfield 1.4 miles Summersdale 1.4 miles Crouchers 1.4 miles North Mundham 1.8 miles Dell Quay 1.8 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