RH9 8AU is a mixed residential area on Bakers Mead, 0.2km from Tyler's Green in Godstone. Administratively it sits within Godstone ward and the East Surrey constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, RH9 8AU is a striving suburban area — non-UK born households working to get ahead. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £418k.
Census 2021 statistics for RH9 8AU are sourced from Output Area E00157185 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAKERS MEAD, RH9 8AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKERS MEAD, RH9 8AU.
379
37
£ 52,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
RH9 8AU has a significant social housing presence — 56% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH9 8AU. The average age is 36.6. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 394,975
4 sales · Mean £ 396,737
Terraced
£ 372,500
2 sales · Mean £ 372,500
Detached
£ 375,000
1 sales · Mean £ 375,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH9 8AU is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Godstone Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Flower Farm Shop0.8 km
- Lindley Stores0.2 km
- Coughlans1.0 km
- Godstone News1.0 km
- A Plus0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Strawberry Fields Pub Garden0.8 km
- Hare & Hounds0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Flower Farm Tea Shop0.8 km
- Godstone Vineyards0.9 km
- Blossom Godstone0.9 km
- Old Forge Deli Cafe0.9 km
- White Hart1.0 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Godstone Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Caterham3.1 km
- Woldingham3.9 km
- Oxted4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Fire Station0.0 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Lindley Road0.3 km
- Lindley Road0.3 km
- Crowhurst Mead0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH98AU · Data under Open Government Licence