RH18 5DY 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.
For families considering a move, RH18 5DY represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £313k.
Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DY are sourced from Output Area E00107544 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5DY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARTFIELD ROAD, RH18 5DY.
305
46
£ 58,500 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH18 5DY 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
RH18 5DY is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 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 5DY. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 300,500
2 sales · Mean £ 300,500
Terraced
£ 270,000
3 sales · Mean £ 287,333
Semi-Detached
£ 301,000
2 sales · Mean £ 301,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH18 5DY is moderate at 78 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
14 nearby- Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.2 km
- Yard Yoga0.2 km
- Cafe Coco0.3 km
- Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.4 km
- Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.4 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Hop Yard Brewing Co0.2 km
- Forest Row Social Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Secret Cellar0.3 km
- Forest Row Golden Grill0.2 km
- No Harm Products0.2 km
- Shearer's Fine Foods0.4 km
- The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.2 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Chequers Inn0.4 km
- The Hotel and Restaurant0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Coop0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.0 km
- No 9 East0.9 km
- No 9 West0.9 km
- Ralphs Cafe0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Grinstead5.1 km
- Dormans7.2 km
- Cowden8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Upper Close0.1 km
- Upper Close0.1 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.3 km
- Evelyn Clark Square0.3 km
- The Brambletye0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH185DY · Data under Open Government Licence