Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

POST HORN LANE, RH18 5DD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POST HORN LANE, RH18 5DD.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

47

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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 5DD 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

RH18 5DD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £441k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 12.3% year-on-year.

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

RH18 5DD is a sought-after residential area on Post Horn Lane, 1.0km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

For serious buyers, RH18 5DD is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 47 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 79% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £441k, down 12.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DD are sourced from Output Area E00107531 (shared with 8 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 5DD. The average age is 47.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British88.4%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed7.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Flat

£ 263,000

3 sales · Mean £ 260,333

Semi-Detached

£ 465,000

9 sales · Mean £ 468,666

Detached

£ 500,000

3 sales · Mean £ 465,000

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

RH18 5DD 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Hotel and Restaurant0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.9 km
  • East Sussex National Golf Club0.6 km
  • Farm Kitchen0.9 km
  • Forest Row Community Centre0.9 km
  • Royal Ashdown Forest Golf Club0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.9 km
  • No 9 East0.6 km
  • No 9 West0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Tablehurst Farm Shop0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead6.0 km
  • Dormans7.9 km
  • Cowden8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Horn Lane0.2 km
  • Post Horn Lane0.2 km
  • Forest Road0.5 km
  • Park Crescent0.5 km
  • Forest Road0.5 km