Postcode Analysis Reigate and Banstead, South East

DACRE CLOSE, CR5 3FF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DACRE CLOSE, CR5 3FF.

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Population

479

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 67,100 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR5 3FF 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CR5 3FF's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £365k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 17.8% year-on-year.

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

CR5 3FF is a sought-after residential area on Dacre Close, 0.9km from Chipstead in Chipstead and Woodmansterne. Administratively it sits within Chipstead, Kingswood & Woodmansterne ward and the Reigate constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR5, CR5 3FF offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 86% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £365k, up 17.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CR5 3FF are sourced from Output Area E00155889 (shared with 16 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 CR5 3FF. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.0%
Asian / British Asian5.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed5.5%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 430,000

7 sales · Mean £ 408,714

Terraced

£ 715,000

3 sales · Mean £ 650,000

Semi-Detached

£ 670,000

1 sales · Mean £ 670,000

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

CR5 3FF has low crime rates — 13 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 offences7
Burglary6
Public order4
Vehicle crime4
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Chipstead Valley Primary School

Outstanding687 pupils1.0 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Primary School

Good216 pupils1.4 km
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Smitham Primary School

Good548 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • JWCC Family Butchers0.2 km
  • Surrey News And Mini Market0.6 km
  • The Corner Shop0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Midday Sun Hungry Horse0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Chipstead Tandoori0.2 km
  • Chipstead Golf Club0.6 km
  • The Grape Variety0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Jades0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chipstead0.2 km
  • Woodmansterne1.1 km
  • Coulsdon South2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Pine Walk0.2 km
  • Pine Walk0.2 km
  • Chipstead Rail Station0.2 km
  • Chipstead Rail Station0.2 km
  • Chipstead Rail Station0.3 km