We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for North Bersted in Arun from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of North Bersted older than the national average or younger? What is the population of North Bersted and Arun? Is North Bersted an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
North Bersted Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in Pevensey.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
North Bersted Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Arun.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Arun | 3.2% | -0.3% |
| South East | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 53.27% |
| In Part-Time Work | 28.86% |
| Unemployed | 5.94% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
North Bersted & Arun Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for North Bersted in the Arun local area district.
| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| Pevensey | 83.92% | 16.08% |
| Arun | 89.28% | 10.72% |
| South East | 84.24% | 15.76% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
North Bersted compared to other wards in Arun
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marine | 71.79% | 28.21% |
| 2 | Hotham | 78.15% | 21.85% |
| 3 | Orchard | 78.82% | 21.18% |
| 4 | River | 83.88% | 16.12% |
| 5 | Pevensey | 83.92% | 16.08% |
| 6 | Bersted | 86.68% | 13.32% |
| 7 | Courtwick with Toddington | 88.34% | 11.66% |
| 8 | Aldwick East | 90.62% | 9.38% |
| 9 | Beach | 91.07% | 8.93% |
| 10 | Arundel & Walberton | 91.35% | 8.65% |
| 11 | Rustington East | 92.3% | 7.7% |
| 12 | Felpham West | 92.5% | 7.5% |
| 13 | Yapton | 92.65% | 7.35% |
| 14 | Brookfield | 92.68% | 7.32% |
| 15 | Ferring | 92.85% | 7.15% |
| 16 | Barnham | 92.9% | 7.1% |
| 17 | Pagham | 93.18% | 6.82% |
| 18 | Aldwick West | 93.25% | 6.75% |
| 19 | Middleton-on-Sea | 93.49% | 6.51% |
| 20 | East Preston | 93.56% | 6.44% |
| 21 | Angmering & Findon | 93.58% | 6.42% |
| 22 | Rustington West | 93.78% | 6.22% |
| 23 | Felpham East | 94.47% | 5.53% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in North Bersted and Arun
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in North Bersted either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 53.52 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 46.48 of North Bersted residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| Pevensey | 53.52% | 46.48% |
| Arun | 71.25% | 28.75% |
| South East | 65.66% | 34.34% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
North Bersted has a lower level of home ownership than than the national average.
North Bersted compared to other wards in Arun
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pagham | 87.03% | 12.97% |
| 2 | Aldwick East | 86.84% | 13.16% |
| 3 | Ferring | 86.49% | 13.51% |
| 4 | Felpham East | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| 5 | East Preston | 81.34% | 18.66% |
| 6 | Rustington West | 80.64% | 19.36% |
| 7 | Middleton-on-Sea | 80.25% | 19.75% |
| 8 | Aldwick West | 79.81% | 20.19% |
| 9 | Angmering & Findon | 78.79% | 21.21% |
| 10 | Felpham West | 78.44% | 21.56% |
| 11 | Barnham | 77.89% | 22.11% |
| 12 | Yapton | 75.27% | 24.73% |
| 13 | Arundel & Walberton | 74.38% | 25.62% |
| 14 | Rustington East | 74.33% | 25.67% |
| 15 | Beach | 72.86% | 27.14% |
| 16 | Brookfield (Arun) | 69.74% | 30.26% |
| 17 | Bersted | 68.84% | 31.16% |
| 18 | Courtwick with Toddington | 59.39% | 40.61% |
| 19 | Orchard | 58.71% | 41.29% |
| 20 | Pevensey | 53.52% | 46.48% |
| 21 | River (Arun) | 52.29% | 47.71% |
| 22 | Hotham | 48.64% | 51.36% |
| 23 | Marine (Arun) | 42.61% | 57.39% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
North Bersted Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education North Bersted residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | Pevensey | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 25.26% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 13.61% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 15.29% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.85% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 14.85% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 20.82% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of North Bersted?
The largest employment sector in North Bersted is Elementary Occupations. The smallest employment sector is Administrative & Secretarial.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Elementary Occupations | 15.99% |
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 13.52% |
| Skilled Trades | 13.12% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 11.51% |
| Professional Occupations | 9.85% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 9.69% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 8.84% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 7.91% |
North Bersted Health Statistics
Pevensey has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pevensey | 40.93% | 36.35% | 15.72% | 5.33% | 1.67% |
| Arun | 43.19% | 36.57% | 14.81% | 4.31% | 1.12% |
| South East | 49.98% | 34.01% | 11.77% | 3.31% | 0.93% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Arun changed since 2011?
Arun residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 1.01% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 41.98% | 36.77% | 15.58% | 4.42% | 1.25% |
| 2021 | 43.19% | 36.57% | 14.81% | 4.31% | 1.12% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of North Bersted and Arun?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Arun including North Bersted. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Aldwick East | 5253 |
| Aldwick West | 6355 |
| Angmering & Findon | 9430 |
| Arundel & Walberton | 8106 |
| Barnham | 8755 |
| Beach | 4627 |
| Bersted | 9756 |
| Brookfield | 6195 |
| Courtwick with Toddington | 10602 |
| East Preston | 8547 |
| Felpham East | 7192 |
| Felpham West | 4464 |
| Ferring | 4592 |
| Hotham | 6905 |
| Marine | 7533 |
| Middleton-on-Sea | 4945 |
| Orchard | 6913 |
| Pagham | 6027 |
| Pevensey | 5743 |
| River | 9265 |
| Rustington East | 5324 |
| Rustington West | 8093 |
| Yapton | 6501 |
| Arun Total | 161123 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
