Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5BZ.

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

305

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH18 5BZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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6/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

RH18 5BZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £653k, 63% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £653k 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 5BZ is a sought-after residential area on Hartfield Road, 0.7km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

For families considering a move, RH18 5BZ represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £653k.

Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5BZ are sourced from Output Area E00107537 (shared with 6 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 5BZ. The average age is 44.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 655,000

5 sales · Mean £ 714,000

Semi-Detached

£ 441,250

2 sales · Mean £ 441,250

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

RH18 5BZ has low crime rates — 19 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 offences19
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.8 km
  • Yard Yoga0.8 km
  • Cafe Coco0.9 km
  • Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.9 km
  • Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hop Yard Brewing Co0.8 km
  • Forest Row Social Club0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Secret Cellar0.9 km
  • Forest Row Golden Grill0.8 km
  • No Harm Products0.8 km
  • Shearer's Fine Foods1.0 km
  • The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Chequers Inn0.9 km
  • The Hotel and Restaurant0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • No 9 East0.7 km
  • No 9 West0.7 km
  • Ralphs Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead5.6 km
  • Dormans7.6 km
  • Cowden8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Horn Lane0.1 km
  • Post Horn Lane0.2 km
  • Park Crescent0.2 km
  • Park Crescent0.2 km