Map & location
Overview
PO21 1LA is located in the Hotham ward of Bognor Regis, a traditional English seaside resort on the West Sussex coast. The area sits close to the town centre and encompasses a mix of residential streets, local retail, and small businesses typical of a market town serving both residents and coastal visitors. The parish of Bognor Regis falls within the Arun District Council area, which administers planning, housing and local services for this part of the coast.
Hotham ward covers a central portion of Bognor Regis, with easy walking access to London Road and the town's main shopping streets, as well as proximity to the seafront promenade. The area has a settled residential community alongside a modest retail offering, and is well served by local bus routes connecting it to Chichester, Littlehampton and surrounding villages.
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid
The median sold price here is £150,500, around 48% below the wider PO21 district average of £289,550 (HM Land Registry, 371 recent sales).
Getting here
Bognor Regis is accessible by road via the A29 from the north, linking to the A27 south coast trunk road at Fontwell. Local bus services connect PO21 1LA to the town centre, the seafront, and neighbouring towns including Chichester (approx. 7 miles east) and Littlehampton (approx. 6 miles west). Bognor Regis town centre is walkable from most parts of Hotham ward. Cycling is popular along the flat coastal terrain, with National Cycle Network Route 2 running along the seafront. The nearest motorway access is the A27/M27 corridor via Chichester.
What it's famous for
Bognor Regis is best known as a traditional British seaside resort, granted the 'Regis' suffix by King George V following his convalescence here in 1929. The town hosts the annual Bognor Regis Birdman competition on its pier, a beloved and quirky event attracting competitors who attempt to fly off the pier. The seafront, with its shingle and sand beach, the Butlin's Bognor Regis holiday resort to the east, and the Victorian-era pier are central to the town's identity. The area has long been associated with family seaside holidays and is part of the Sussex coastal plain, noted for its flat landscape and mild climate.
Services & facilities
Local authority for housing, planning and waste services
County services including highways, education and social care
Main post office serving the town centre area
Public library with community and digital services
Fire station serving Bognor Regis and surrounding area
Tourist attractions
Victorian pier hosting events and sea views
~0.8 miSandy and shingle beach with promenade and amusements
~0.7 miMajor holiday resort with entertainment and water park
~1.5 miVictorian parkland with boating lake, café and miniature railway
~0.2 miLocal history museum covering the town's seaside heritage
~0.5 miHigh street shopping along London Road and Queensway
~0.3 miGPs, pharmacies & dentists
GP surgeries
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~500 mPO229PP · 01243 865418
~1.2 kmPO229PP · 01243 865418
~1.2 kmPharmacies
PO211PQ · 01243 821044
~300 mPO211PY · 01243 823034
~350 mPO211PN · 01243 821488
~400 mDentists
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~100 mPO211SF
~100 mSource: NHS Organisation Data Service
Schools & universities
The nearest school, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, is ~250 m away.
Academy converter
~250 mAcademy converter
~500 mLocal authority nursery school
~950 mVoluntary controlled school
~1.4 kmCommunity school
~1.4 kmSource: Get Information About Schools (DfE)
Businesses & shops
Independent shops and national chains along the main high street
Hotels, guesthouses and cafés serving the coastal tourism trade
Major employer and driver of the local visitor economy
Active residential and commercial property market in Hotham ward
Growing sector serving Bognor Regis's ageing population
Gyms & leisure
Closest green space with boating, café and leisure facilities
~0.2 miSwimming pool, gym and sports hall for residents
~0.6 miPopular seaside beach for swimming and family activities
~0.7 miParkland golf course on the outskirts of town
~1.5 miLocal theatre and arts venue hosting touring shows
~0.4 miService providers
FTTC and FTTP broadband infrastructure across Bognor Regis
Cable broadband available in parts of the town
All major mobile networks provide coverage in this area
Mains water and sewerage provider for West Sussex
Electricity distribution network operator for South East England
Residential & community
Period terraced housing common in central Bognor Regis streets
1950s–70s semis feature widely across Hotham ward
Modern and converted flats especially near the town centre
Mix of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing
Popular retirement and downsizing market in Bognor Regis
Transport
Train & Tube
High Street
Bognor Regis
Waterloo Square
Bognor Regis
Bognor Regis Rail Station
Bognor Regis
Barnham Rail Station
Barnham
Bus stops
London Road / Town Centre Stops
Frequent town-centre bus stops serving Hotham ward
Bognor Regis Bus Station
Main interchange for services to Chichester, Littlehampton and Brighton
Cycle hire
National Cycle Route 2
Runs along the seafront connecting Bognor Regis westward to Littlehampton and east to Chichester
Bognor Regis Coastal Path
Flat, accessible cycling along the promenade and coastal paths
Source: NaPTAN (DfT)
EV, defibrillators & more
EV charging
Arun District Council Car Parks
EV charging points available in selected Bognor Regis council car parks
Defibrillators
Bognor Regis Town Centre
Publicly accessible defibrillators registered across town centre locations
Postboxes & Post Office
Bognor Regis Post Office
Main post office on London Road serving the town centre
Fuel stations
Local Petrol Stations
Fuel stations on key roads including the A29 and town approaches
Places of worship
Historic parish church in central Bognor Regis
~0.4 miCatholic church serving the Bognor Regis community
~0.5 miMethodist congregation with community outreach
~0.4 miMuslim place of worship serving the local community
~0.6 miCrime & safety
Recorded crime here runs about 551% above the national average (443.2 crimes per 1,000 residents per month, police.uk).
413 street-level crimes were reported within about a mile of this postcode in April 2026.
Source: data.police.uk. Locations are approximate (anonymised to map points) and cover England, Wales & Northern Ireland.
Area data & demographics
This neighbourhood falls in deprivation decile 2 of 10 (1 = most deprived), among the more deprived areas (Indices of Deprivation).
At the 2021 Census, this neighbourhood (LSOA) had a usual resident population of about 1,947.
Housing & utilities
Approx. half of homes in Hotham ward are owner-occupied (estimated)
Significant private rental market, especially flats near the town centre
Victorian terraces and post-war semis dominate the streetscape
Social rented homes managed by Arun District Council and housing associations
Demographics
Air quality & noise
Victorian parkland immediately adjacent to Hotham ward
Beach and promenade within easy walking distance
Generally good air quality benefit from coastal location and prevailing sea breezes
Parts of coastal Bognor Regis have managed flood risk; check Environment Agency maps
FAQs
Where is postcode PO21 1LA?
PO21 1LA is in the Hotham ward of Bognor Regis, a seaside town on the West Sussex coast in South East England. It falls within Arun District Council and the parish of Bognor Regis.
What is Bognor Regis town centre like near PO21 1LA?
The town centre is within easy walking distance and features a mix of independent shops, national retailers, cafés and restaurants along London Road and Queensway. Hotham Park, a Victorian green space, is also very close to this postcode.
Which council covers PO21 1LA?
PO21 1LA is administered by Arun District Council for local services such as planning and waste collection, and by West Sussex County Council for highways, education and social care.
Which parliamentary constituency is PO21 1LA in?
PO21 1LA falls within the Bognor Regis and Littlehampton parliamentary constituency.
What schools are near PO21 1LA?
Several schools serve the Hotham ward area — see the Schools section above for the nearest options, with distances and Ofsted ratings.
What are the transport options near PO21 1LA?
The area is well served by local bus routes from nearby stops on London Road and Bognor Regis Bus Station, connecting to Chichester, Littlehampton and beyond. The flat terrain makes cycling easy, and National Cycle Route 2 runs along the seafront.
What is the housing like in the PO21 1LA area?
Housing in Hotham ward is a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war semi-detached homes, and modern flats. The area has a mix of owner-occupied, private rented and social housing, and is popular with families and retirees alike.
What is Bognor Regis known for?
Bognor Regis is a traditional British seaside resort famous for its pier, beach, and the Birdman competition. It was granted the 'Regis' suffix after King George V recuperated here in 1929. Butlin's Bognor Regis is a major attraction to the east of the town.
Useful links
Official records and property listings for PO21 1LA: