RH18 5BN is a sought-after residential area on Ashdown Road, 0.5km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH18, RH18 5BN offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £825k. 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 RH18 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00107533 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHDOWN ROAD, RH18 5BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHDOWN ROAD, RH18 5BN.
334
46
£ 58,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH18 5BN 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.
Area Character
RH18 5BN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £825k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £825k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH18 5BN. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 837,500
4 sales · Mean £ 836,875
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH18 5BN is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Forest Row Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.5 km
- Yard Yoga0.5 km
- Cafe Coco0.7 km
- Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.7 km
- Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.6 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hop Yard Brewing Co0.5 km
- Forest Row Social Club0.6 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Secret Cellar0.6 km
- Forest Row Golden Grill0.6 km
- No Harm Products0.5 km
- Shearer's Fine Foods0.7 km
- The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.5 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Chequers Inn0.7 km
- The Hotel and Restaurant0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Coop0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.4 km
- No 9 East0.6 km
- No 9 West0.6 km
- Ralphs Cafe0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Grinstead5.4 km
- Dormans7.6 km
- Cowden8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Park Crescent0.3 km
- Park Crescent0.3 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.4 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.4 km
- Upper Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH185BN · Data under Open Government Licence