Is RH3 7BY a safe place to live?

Yes, RH3 7BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 18 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in RH3 7BY?

The average property price in RH3 7BY is currently around £525k.

What is the population of RH3 7BY?

The population for the RH3 7BY area is approximately 382 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Mole Valley, South East

THE QUARRY, RH3 7BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE QUARRY, RH3 7BY.

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Population

382

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,200 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH3 7BY 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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9/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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4/10

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9/10

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6/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RH3 7BY's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £525k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £525k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

RH3 7BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Quarry, 0.8km from Betchworth in Mole Valley. Administratively it sits within Brockham, Betchworth and Buckland ward and the Mole Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH3, RH3 7BY offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 81% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £525k.

Census 2021 statistics for RH3 7BY are sourced from Output Area E00155685 (shared with 14 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 RH3 7BY. The average age is 51.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%

Asian / British Asian0.8%

Black / African / Caribbean0.8%

Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 31%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 487,500

4 sales · Mean £ 478,250

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

RH3 7BY has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences3

Public order2

Anti-social behaviour1

Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Betchworth Post Office Stores0.8 km
Hilltop Store and Post Office0.9 km
Shell Waitrose Buckland0.8 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Betchworth B&B0.5 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

The Red Lion0.9 km
The Tree1.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Destination Bike0.9 km
Destination Bike Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Betchworth0.1 km
Dorking Station3.9 km
Dorking Deepdene3.9 km

Bus Stops

Betchworth Rail Station0.2 km
Betchworth Rail Station0.2 km
Betchworth Railway Station0.2 km
Betchworth Rail Station0.2 km
Betchworth Railway Station0.2 km