Postcode Analysis Mole Valley, South East

PUNCHBOWL LANE, RH5 4BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUNCHBOWL LANE, RH5 4BW.

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Population

391

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 59,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH5 4BW 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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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. RH5 4BW's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £597k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £597k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

RH5 4BW is a sought-after residential area on Punchbowl Lane, 0.5km from Deepdene Wood in Dorking. Administratively it sits within Dorking South ward and the Mole Valley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in RH5, RH5 4BW offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £597k.

Census 2021 statistics for RH5 4BW are sourced from Output Area E00155739 (shared with 22 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 RH5 4BW. The average age is 41.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 595,000

4 sales · Mean £ 593,750

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

RH5 4BW has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12
Burglary7
Shoplifting7
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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The Ashcombe School

Good1476 pupils1.0 km
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St Paul's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Outstanding411 pupils1.2 km
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Unified Academy

Requires Improvement76 pupils1.4 km
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Dorking Nursery School

Outstanding100 pupils1.4 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good178 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Travelodge0.2 km
  • Fairdene Guest House0.7 km
  • The Lincoln Arms Hotel0.8 km
  • White Horse Hotel / The Dozen1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Watermill Inn0.5 km
  • 45 Dene Street by Rialto Lounge0.9 km
  • Surrey Yeoman0.9 km
  • The White Hart0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Mulberry & Thyme Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • Betchworth Park Golf Club0.8 km
  • Chifan0.6 km
  • Deepdene/Knox0.7 km
  • Dorking Sports Centre0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Dorking Service Station0.6 km
  • Holland & Barrett0.9 km
  • Rontec Pippbrook0.6 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Rise & Shine0.9 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Dorking Kebab0.9 km
  • Royal Chicken and Pizza / Just Eat0.8 km
  • Subway0.9 km
  • Seabreeze0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Dorking Deepdene0.7 km
  • Dorking Station0.9 km
  • Dorking1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Cemetery0.2 km
  • Reigate Road0.2 km
  • Cemetery0.2 km
  • Pixham Lane0.3 km
  • Pixham Lane0.3 km