RH18 5DW is a well-regarded residential area on Station Road, 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 5DW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 92 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DW are sourced from Output Area E00107534 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION ROAD, RH18 5DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, RH18 5DW.
411
43
£ 58,500 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH18 5DW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
RH18 5DW is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH18 5DW. The average age is 43.3. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH18 5DW is above average at 92 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
Ashurst Wood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.3 km
- Yard Yoga0.3 km
- Cafe Coco0.3 km
- Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.3 km
- Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.2 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hop Yard Brewing Co0.3 km
- Forest Row Social Club0.1 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Secret Cellar0.3 km
- Forest Row Golden Grill0.3 km
- No Harm Products0.3 km
- Shearer's Fine Foods0.4 km
- The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.3 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Chequers Inn0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Coop0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.3 km
- Ralphs Cafe0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Grinstead5.0 km
- Dormans7.0 km
- Cowden8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Upper Close0.3 km
- Upper Close0.3 km
- The Brambletye0.3 km
- The Brambletye0.4 km
- Park Crescent0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: RH185DW · Data under Open Government Licence