Postcode Analysis Mid Sussex, South East

THORNHURST, RH15 0BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNHURST, RH15 0BF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

610

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 66,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: RH15 0BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

RH15 0BF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £895k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £895k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RH15 0BF is a sought-after residential area on Thornhurst, 0.8km from The Blenheims in Burgess Hill. Administratively it sits within Burgess Hill Franklands ward and the Mid Sussex constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH15, RH15 0BF offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £895k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for RH15 0BF are sourced from Output Area E00161659 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH15 0BF. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.3%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 780,000

7 sales · Mean £ 787,857

Semi-Detached

£ 422,500

2 sales · Mean £ 422,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

RH15 0BF has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour16
Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Birchwood Grove Community Primary School, Burgess Hill

Good409 pupils0.5 km
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Woodlands Meed

Good276 pupils1.3 km
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London Meed Community Primary School

Requires Improvement396 pupils1.3 km
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The Burgess Hill Academy

Good1036 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • St James's Montefiore Cricket Club0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burgess Hill1.2 km
  • Wivelsfield2.1 km
  • Hassocks3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Warren South0.2 km
  • The Warren South0.2 km
  • Folders Lane0.3 km
  • Burdocks Drive0.4 km
  • Burdocks Drive0.5 km