RH18 5DN is a well-regarded residential area on Hartfield Road, 0.1km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £535k, down 82.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DN are sourced from Output Area E00107544 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5DN.
305
46
£ 58,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH18 5DN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, RH18 5DN combines high owner-occupation (59%), strong property values (£535k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £535k. Property prices are trending down 82.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH18 5DN. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 128,000
1 sales · Mean £ 128,000
Terraced
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
Semi-Detached
£ 1,215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,215,000
Detached
£ 515,000
1 sales · Mean £ 515,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH18 5DN is above average at 91 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
12 nearby- Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.0 km
- Yard Yoga0.0 km
- Cafe Coco0.1 km
- Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.2 km
- Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.4 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hop Yard Brewing Co0.0 km
- Forest Row Social Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Secret Cellar0.1 km
- Forest Row Golden Grill0.0 km
- No Harm Products0.0 km
- Shearer's Fine Foods0.2 km
- The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.0 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Chequers Inn0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Coop0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.2 km
- Ralphs Cafe0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Grinstead4.9 km
- Dormans7.0 km
- Cowden8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Upper Close0.1 km
- Upper Close0.1 km
- The Brambletye0.2 km
- The Brambletye0.2 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH185DN · Data under Open Government Licence