RH18 5BW 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.
For serious buyers, RH18 5BW is 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 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £890k. 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 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00107533 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHDOWN ROAD, RH18 5BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHDOWN ROAD, RH18 5BW.
334
46
£ 58,500 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH18 5BW 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RH18 5BW combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£890k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £890k 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 5BW. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 890,000
3 sales · Mean £ 860,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH18 5BW is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. 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 Ltd0.6 km
- Yard Yoga0.6 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 Co0.6 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 Foods0.8 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
- Cowden8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Park Crescent0.3 km
- Park Crescent0.3 km
- Upper Close0.4 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.4 km
- Upper Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH185BW · Data under Open Government Licence