RH9 8BB is a mixed residential area on Waterworks Cottages, 0.3km from Tyler's Green in Godstone. Administratively it sits within Godstone ward and the East Surrey constituency.
For serious buyers, RH9 8BB is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £414k.
Census 2021 statistics for RH9 8BB are sourced from Output Area E00157187 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WATERWORKS COTTAGES, RH9 8BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERWORKS COTTAGES, RH9 8BB.
305
44
£ 52,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH9 8BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
RH9 8BB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 85% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH9 8BB. The average age is 43.8. 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: 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
£ 414,000
1 sales · Mean £ 414,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around RH9 8BB is moderate at 62 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- Coughlans0.7 km
- Godstone News0.7 km
- Flower Farm Shop0.7 km
- Lindley Stores0.2 km
- A Plus0.4 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Godstone Inn0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Bell Inn Public House0.7 km
- Godstone Club & Institute0.8 km
- Strawberry Fields Pub Garden0.7 km
- Hare & Hounds0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Blossom Godstone0.6 km
- Godstone Farm1.0 km
- Old Forge Deli Cafe0.6 km
- White Hart0.7 km
- Flower Farm Tea Shop0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Caterham3.5 km
- Godstone4.0 km
- Oxted4.1 km
Bus Stops
- Crowhurst Mead0.1 km
- Crowhurst Mead0.2 km
- Lindley Road0.2 km
- Lindley Road0.2 km
- Fire Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: RH98BB · Data under Open Government Licence