Town Pop. 2,447

Living in Hambrook and Nutbourne: Liveability Score 48/100

Last updated 7 August 2026

Hambrook and Nutbourne scores 48/100 overall, across 9 scored categories. Transport is where Hambrook and Nutbourne most outperforms the national norm: 38/100 against a median of 21/100 across UK towns. The biggest shortfall against other towns is broadband: 24/100 versus a median of 60/100.

That makes it the 5th highest-scoring of the 12 places in the PO18 postcode district. The PO18 district averages 38/100, putting Hambrook and Nutbourne 10 points above its own postcode area. Also scoring 80 or better: safety (88). Wider context for the surrounding area: PO18 postcode district.

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Score breakdown

Safety & Environment

Safety
88
137.3 crimes per 1,000 residents · last 12 months Above the England & Wales average of 94.3
Crime rate vs national average · last 12 months
Violence and sexual offences 122 crimes
↑ 50% above national average
Anti-social behaviour 67 crimes
↑ 80% above national average
Criminal damage and arson 37 crimes
↑ 122% above national average
Public order 27 crimes
↑ 69% above national average
Vehicle crime 25 crimes
↑ 113% above national average
other 58 crimes
Highest-crime locations
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  1. 1 Broadbridge Court 14 crimes
  2. 2 Langstone Gardens 13 crimes
  3. 3 Main Road 13 crimes

Source: data.police.uk · England & Wales only

Environment
75
Air Quality NO₂ 6.3 · PM2.5 6 · PM10 9.5 µg/m³
76
Green Space 75
Parks Ample 5
Sports Pitches Ample 8
Allotments None
Golf Courses None
Tennis Courts None
Bowling Greens None
Playgrounds None

Services

Schools
31
4 schools in area · 7 within 4km
4Good
  • Chidham Parochial Primary SchoolPrimary · inspected 2024
    Good
  • Funtington Primary SchoolPrimary · inspected 2024
    Good
  • Southbourne Infant SchoolPrimary · inspected 2023
    Good
  • Southbourne Junior SchoolPrimary · inspected 2023
    Good

Score reflects proximity-weighted access to rated schools within 4km: areas with more nearby schools score higher regardless of settlement boundary.

Healthcare
22
A&E departmentsQueen Alexandra Hospital7.3 mi
St Mary’s NHS Treatment Centre7.5 mi
Gosport War Memorial Minor Injuries Unit11.2 mi
Hospital waitsUniversity Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust1.5 mi
Routine referral (median)15 wks
Treated within 18 weeks55.1%
A&E seen within 4 hrs63.9%
Nearest GP surgerySouthbourne Surgery1.1 mi
GP capacity1,545 patients per GP
0dentists0pharmacies

Score reflects proximity to CQC-rated GP surgeries and hospitals, not facility count. Dentists and pharmacies are shown for context but don't affect the score.

Broadband
24
Full fibre (FTTP)67.3%
available across Chichester
Gigabit-capable · incl. cable
70.3%
Ultrafast (300+ Mbps)
69.4%
Superfast (30+ Mbps)
93.9%
Ofcom Connected Nations · 79 postcodes · full fibre at local-authority level

Economy & Bills

Economic Health
68
Employment rate52.9%
Below the Great Britain average of 57.3% of residents aged 16+
Economic activity (16+)
Employed52.9%Unemployed2.2%Retired33.2%Student3.4%Other inactive8.3%
Occupation mix
Professional & managerial51.1%Skilled & technical33.2%Routine & elementary15.8%
Highest qualification (16+)
No qualifications12.6%Level 1 (1–4 GCSEs)6.6%Level 2 (5+ GCSEs)13.1%Level 3 (A levels)15.9%Level 4+ (degree & above)44.7%Apprenticeship4.6%Other (incl. vocational)2.5%
Home ownership77.3%
Among the least-deprived 35% of areas in England
Census 2021/22 (Great Britain) · deprivation: IoD 2025 / SIMD
Bills
39
Council tax Chichester · 2026-27
A £1,647
B £1,921
C £2,196
D £2,470
E £3,019
F £3,568
G £4,117
H £4,940
Energy Southern England region
Typical bill regional £1,641/yr
Ofgem price cap, GB average · Apr–Jun 2026
Typical home efficiency local EPC band D
Water Southern Water
Average bill regional £683/yr
Combined water & sewerage · GB average £520

Transport

Transport
38
Nutbourne 0.1 mi
Southbourne 1.1 mi
Bosham 1.5 mi
J5 A3(M) 5.8 mi
J5 A3(M) 5.8 mi
J4 A3(M) 6 mi

Lifestyle

Lifestyle
31
Pubs & Bars Some 1
Restaurants & Cafes Some 2
Supermarkets & Convenience Adequate 2
Retail Shopping Some 2
Takeaways None
Fitness Ample 6

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House Prices

Current median sale prices · last 12 months · England & Wales only

Type Median price Sales
All dwellings £460,000 11
5-year monthly trend
All Detached
£319k £422k £527k £630k 2022 2023 2024 2025

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (OGL v3.0)

Nearby places

Hambrook (Chichester) 43 0.9 mi away ⇄
Southbourne 53 1.2 mi away ⇄
Bosham 47 1.6 mi away ⇄
Funtington 43 1.7 mi away ⇄
Westbourne 50 2.2 mi away ⇄
Emsworth 58 2.6 mi away ⇄
West Thorney 40 2.6 mi away ⇄
Fishbourne (Chichester) 54 3.1 mi away ⇄
West Itchenor 49 3.3 mi away ⇄
North Hayling 40 3.9 mi away ⇄
Shipton Green 0 4.2 mi away ⇄
Birdham 38 4.3 mi away ⇄

Frequently asked questions

Is Hambrook and Nutbourne a nice place to live?

Hambrook and Nutbourne has some challenges compared to many UK areas. Our liveability score for Hambrook and Nutbourne is 48/100, placing it among a below-average areas in the UK across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, broadband, lifestyle, economic health, and bills.

How safe is Hambrook and Nutbourne?

Hambrook and Nutbourne is a relatively safe area to live. Our safety score is 88/100. There were 336 crimes recorded in the area over the past 12 months.

What are the best schools in Hambrook and Nutbourne?

Among the top-rated schools in Hambrook and Nutbourne are Chidham Parochial Primary School, Funtington Primary School and Southbourne Infant School, rated Good by Ofsted. There are 4 rated schools in Hambrook and Nutbourne in total.

What are house prices like in Hambrook and Nutbourne?

The current median house price in Hambrook and Nutbourne is £460,000, around 61% above the England and Wales average. Over the past five years, prices have risen by around 14%.

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Postcode districts in Hambrook and Nutbourne

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