About Ashington

Ashington is a village located in West Sussex, within the RH20 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Horsham and is surrounded by open countryside, with farmland and woodland forming much of the local landscape. The village has a small community feel, with a mix of traditional and modern homes. There are several local amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a few shops and pubs that serve the residents. The area is well-connected by road, with the A24 passing nearby, providing access to Horsham and other nearby towns. Ashington is known for its peaceful environment and is popular with those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still being within reach of larger centres. The village retains a sense of history, with some buildings dating back to the 18th century.

School Ratings in Ashington

Families in Ashington have access to 14 local schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashington

Homes sell for an average of £578K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £726K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashington

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ashington, with 94 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashington around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashington

Ashington 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 3,854 sales

Average Price £578K
£100 — £7.75M
Detached £726K 2,047
Semi £413K 687
Terraced £342K 464
Flat £233K 386

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

12 Primary
1 Secondary
1 Other
Ashington CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Thakeham Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Ashurst CofE Primary School Primary 2.7 miles West Chiltington Community Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Storrington Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles Shipley CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Windlesham House School 3.5 miles Steyning Grammar School Secondary Requires Improvement 3.9 miles Steyning CofE Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Jolesfield CofE Primary School Primary Good 4 miles William Penn School Primary Requires Improvement 4.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ashington 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
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,900 Children (0-15) 16%
17,188 Working Age 55%
11,954 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% 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 Ashington 361 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Ashington are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences 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.

99 Violence & Sexual Offences
94 Anti-Social Behaviour
47 Criminal Damage & Arson
33 Shoplifting
19 Vehicle Crime
16 Other Crime
15 Public Order
14 Burglary
10 Other Theft
5 Drugs
4 Weapons
4 Theft from Person
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Sussex Steyning, Bramber, Upper Beeding, Ashington and Woodmancote
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

Pulborough Train Station 5.7 miles
Billingshurst Train Station 6.1 miles
Amberley Train Station 7.2 miles
Christs Hospital Train Station 7.8 miles
Lancing Train Station 8.1 miles
West Worthing Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Warminghurst 1.2 miles Wiston 1.4 miles Hole Street 1.4 miles Goose Green 1.8 miles Heath Common 1.8 miles Abingworth 1.9 miles Thakeham 2 miles Rock 2 miles Dial Post 2.2 miles Smock Alley 2.5 miles Ashurst 2.5 miles Washington 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Horsham
County West Sussex
Ward Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley
Constituency Arundel and South Downs
Parish Pulborough
Region South East

Streets in RH20 30 shown View all streets

A24 2 A283 1 A29 2 Abingworth Crescent 1 Aldermoor Avenue 1 Alicia Avenue 1 Allfrey's Wharf 1 Amberley Close 1 Amberley Road 6 Angell Sands 1 Apsley Farm 1 Arun Court 1 Arun Prospect 1 Arun Vale 2 Arundale Mews 1 Aston Rise 1 Azalea Close 1 B2138 2 Back Lane 1 Badgers Holt 1 Badgers Wood 2 Banks Croft 2 Bannister Gardens 1 Barkworth Way 1 Barlavington Lane 1 Barn House Lane 1 Barnhouse Close 2 Barns Farm Lane 1 Basing Hill 1 Batts Lane 3

Postcodes in RH20 50 shown View all postcodes

RH20 1AA RH20 1AB RH20 1AD RH20 1AE RH20 1AF RH20 1AG RH20 1AH RH20 1AJ RH20 1AL RH20 1AN RH20 1AP RH20 1AQ RH20 1AR RH20 1AS RH20 1AT RH20 1AU RH20 1AW RH20 1AX RH20 1AZ RH20 1BA RH20 1BB RH20 1BD RH20 1BE RH20 1BF RH20 1BG RH20 1BJ RH20 1BL RH20 1BN RH20 1BP RH20 1BQ RH20 1BS RH20 1BT RH20 1BU RH20 1BW RH20 1BX RH20 1BY RH20 1BZ RH20 1DA RH20 1DD RH20 1DE RH20 1DF RH20 1DG RH20 1DH RH20 1DJ RH20 1DL RH20 1DN RH20 1DP RH20 1DQ RH20 1DR RH20 1DS