You ask why people like living in this area.  Well in the past it wasn't because of any sense of community.  I previously lived in a poorer part of Worthing where neighbours were nearer and walked to their local shops, so meeting more often.  The atmosphere was communicative and friendly - whereas, on moving to north lancing I was surprised and disappointed at how little I saw of my neighbours,  mainly because they only left their properties when enclosed within the cocoon of their motor vehicles, and a courteous but non-committal nod of the head was the only acknowledgement of each other (guilty of this myself).  My wife did meet some of the locals whilst walking her dogs, but only a select few of similar ilk (and they never recognise me).  The recent discussions and disputes regarding property development have at least got some of us talking (if not agreeing) and the regular contact through the community association is finally fostering an air of togetherness which I hope will not only continue, but grow into fuller friendships.