RH1 2FY is a sought-after residential area on The Kilns, 0.3km from Holmethorpe in South Merstham. Administratively it sits within Redhill East ward and the Reigate constituency.
The people who live in RH1 2FY are typical of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £332k, down 7.8% 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 RH1 2FY are sourced from Output Area E00170387 (shared with 32 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE KILNS, RH1 2FY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE KILNS, RH1 2FY.
373
41
£ 71,100 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: RH1 2FY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. RH1 2FY's 53% ownership and 41-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. £332k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for RH1 2FY. The average age is 40.5. 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
Flat
£ 315,000
20 sales · Mean £ 313,775
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
RH1 2FY has low crime rates — 28 incidents 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
Lime Tree Primary School
Carrington School
Merstham Park School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Merstham Primary School
St Bede's School
Woodfield School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Saffron0.9 km
- Merstham Kebab House0.9 km
- The Oriental0.9 km
- Leos Fish And Chips0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Corners0.9 km
- B And D News0.6 km
- Londis0.7 km
- Total Gatton Point0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Monson Road Working Mens Club1.0 km
- Jolly Brickmakers0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Rui's Coffee Lounge1.0 km
- Sovereign Gymnastics Cafe0.3 km
- Fatboys Cafe0.3 km
- Village Coffee Shop0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Redhill1.3 km
- Merstham1.6 km
- Earlswood (Surrey)2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Watercolour Canalside0.2 km
- Watercolour Canalside0.2 km
- Trowers Way0.2 km
- Trowers Way0.2 km
- Watercolour Holmesdale Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: RH12FY · Data under Open Government Licence