Postcode Analysis Mid Sussex, South East

RH17 5DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RH17 5DH.

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

437

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 64,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH17 5DH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RH17 5DH combines high owner-occupation (71%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

RH17 5DH is a sought-after residential area located 0.3km from Cuckfield in Cuckfield. Administratively it sits within Cuckfield ward and the Mid Sussex constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH17, RH17 5DH offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 RH17 5DH are sourced from Output Area E00161780 (shared with 22 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 RH17 5DH. The average age is 45.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

RH17 5DH has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences13
Burglary4
Public order4
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Cuckfield

Good403 pupils0.5 km
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Warden Park Secondary Academy

Good1479 pupils1.0 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Haywards Heath2.7 km
  • Balcombe5.1 km
  • Wivelsfield5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • London Lane0.2 km
  • London Lane0.2 km
  • Ardingly Road0.3 km
  • Ardingly Road0.3 km
  • High Street0.4 km