Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

LEWES ROAD, RH18 5AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEWES ROAD, RH18 5AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

305

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: RH18 5AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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Area Character

RH18 5AF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £485k, 59% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £485k.

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

RH18 5AF is a well-regarded residential area on Lewes Road, 0.2km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £485k.

Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5AF are sourced from Output Area E00107544 (shared with 18 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 RH18 5AF. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.2%
Asian / British Asian3.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 343,750

4 sales · Mean £ 342,875

Detached

£ 875,000

1 sales · Mean £ 875,000

Terraced

£ 270,000

1 sales · Mean £ 270,000

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

Crime around RH18 5AF is above average at 104 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting122
Violence and sexual offences30
Anti-social behaviour15
Other theft10
Criminal damage and arson9

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.1 km
  • Yard Yoga0.1 km
  • Cafe Coco0.1 km
  • Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.2 km
  • Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hop Yard Brewing Co0.1 km
  • Forest Row Social Club0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Secret Cellar0.1 km
  • Forest Row Golden Grill0.1 km
  • No Harm Products0.1 km
  • Shearer's Fine Foods0.2 km
  • The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Chequers Inn0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • Ralphs Cafe0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead4.8 km
  • Dormans7.0 km
  • Cowden8.4 km

Bus Stops

  • The Brambletye0.2 km
  • Upper Close0.2 km
  • Upper Close0.2 km
  • The Brambletye0.2 km
  • Evelyn Clark Square0.4 km