Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

UPPER CLOSE, RH18 5DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER CLOSE, RH18 5DS.

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

382

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH18 5DS 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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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

RH18 5DS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £521k, 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

RH18 5DS is a sought-after residential area on Upper Close, 0.3km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

For families considering a move, RH18 5DS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £521k.

Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DS are sourced from Output Area E00107532 (shared with 13 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 5DS. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.6%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 465,000

6 sales · Mean £ 446,666

Detached

£ 490,000

7 sales · Mean £ 610,000

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

Crime around RH18 5DS is moderate at 54 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting121
Anti-social behaviour16
Violence and sexual offences15
Other theft7
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.4 km
  • Yard Yoga0.4 km
  • Cafe Coco0.5 km
  • Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.5 km
  • Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hop Yard Brewing Co0.4 km
  • Forest Row Social Club0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Secret Cellar0.5 km
  • Forest Row Golden Grill0.4 km
  • No Harm Products0.4 km
  • Shearer's Fine Foods0.6 km
  • The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Chequers Inn0.5 km
  • The Hotel and Restaurant0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • No 9 East0.8 km
  • No 9 West0.8 km
  • Ralphs Cafe0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead5.2 km
  • Dormans7.4 km
  • Cowden8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Evelyn Clark Square0.2 km
  • Evelyn Clark Square0.2 km
  • Upper Close0.3 km
  • Upper Close0.3 km
  • Park Crescent0.4 km