Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

INKPEN LANE, RH18 5BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for INKPEN LANE, RH18 5BQ.

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Population

314

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /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: RH18 5BQ 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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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

RH18 5BQ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £886k, 72% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £886k 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

RH18 5BQ is a sought-after residential area on Inkpen Lane, 0.1km from Highgate in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH18, RH18 5BQ offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 72% 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £886k. 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 5BQ are sourced from Output Area E00107540 (shared with 12 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 RH18 5BQ. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.4%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 670,000

3 sales · Mean £ 620,626

Semi-Detached

£ 505,000

2 sales · Mean £ 505,000

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

RH18 5BQ has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences11
Anti-social behaviour5
Other theft1
Burglary1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.8 km
  • Yard Yoga0.8 km
  • Cafe Coco1.0 km
  • East Sussex National Golf Club0.5 km
  • Forest Row Community Centre0.7 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Hop Yard Brewing Co0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • The Secret Cellar0.9 km
  • Forest Row Golden Grill0.9 km
  • No Harm Products0.9 km
  • The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.9 km
  • Veasey and Son0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Hotel and Restaurant0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • No 9 East0.5 km
  • No 9 West0.5 km
  • Ralphs Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead5.5 km
  • Dormans7.8 km
  • Cowden9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Highgate Road0.3 km
  • Highgate Road0.3 km
  • Evelyn Clark Square0.5 km