About West Ashling

West Ashling is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area PO18. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a pleasant area for walking and enjoying nature. The local community is close-knit, and residents often engage in village activities and events. The village is conveniently situated near the larger town of Chichester, which offers additional amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. West Ashling has a primary school, catering to families in the area. The nearby South Downs National Park provides opportunities for outdoor pursuits, such as hiking and cycling, allowing visitors to appreciate the natural landscape that characterises this part of West Sussex.

School Ratings in West Ashling

West Ashling is served by 40 schools. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in West Ashling

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

Deprivation and Employment in West Ashling

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, West Ashling 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 West Ashling

Superfast broadband reaches parts of West Ashling, 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

24 Primary
4 Secondary
12 Other
Funtington Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Oakwood School 1.4 miles Chidham Parochial Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Bosham Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Southbourne Infant School Primary Good 2.4 miles Southbourne Junior School Primary Good 2.4 miles Bourne Community College Secondary 2.5 miles Fishbourne CofE Primary School Primary 2.5 miles Westbourne Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Lavant Primary School Primary 3.2 miles Bishop Luffa School, Chichester Secondary Outstanding 3.2 miles Parklands Community Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in West Ashling IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places West Ashling 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

Bosham Train Station 1.4 miles
Nutbourne Train Station 1.6 miles
Southbourne Train Station 2.4 miles
Fishbourne (Sussex) Train Station 2.4 miles
Emsworth Train Station 3.6 miles
Chichester Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Funtington 0.6 miles East Ashling 1.2 miles West Stoke 1.4 miles Hambrook 1.4 miles Broadbridge 1.4 miles Nutbourne 1.8 miles Woodmancote 1.9 miles Bosham 1.9 miles Breach 2 miles Inlands 2 miles Walderton 2.2 miles Stoughton 2.5 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