Postcode Analysis Wealden, South East

HATCH END, RH18 5DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HATCH END, RH18 5DL.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

With 38% social renting, RH18 5DL is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 42-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

RH18 5DL is a well-regarded residential area on Hatch End, 0.3km from Forest Row in Forest Row. Administratively it sits within Forest Row ward and the Wealden constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, RH18 5DL is an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 38% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for RH18 5DL are sourced from Output Area E00107539 (shared with 9 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 5DL. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.8%
Asian / British Asian2.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around RH18 5DL is moderate at 63 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.

Shoplifting121
Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour15
Other theft7
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Forest Row Church of England Primary School

Good167 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Elmo's Pizzas Ltd0.4 km
  • Yard Yoga0.4 km
  • Cafe Coco0.5 km
  • Ajo Il Corner Italiano0.5 km
  • Cafe and Alfresco Kitchen0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Hop Yard Brewing Co0.4 km
  • Forest Row Social Club0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Secret Cellar0.5 km
  • Forest Row Golden Grill0.4 km
  • No Harm Products0.4 km
  • Shearer's Fine Foods0.6 km
  • The Seasons Forest Row Ltd0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Chequers Inn0.5 km
  • The Hotel and Restaurant0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Forest Roe Fish & Chips0.3 km
  • No 9 East0.8 km
  • No 9 West0.8 km
  • Ralphs Cafe0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Grinstead5.1 km
  • Dormans7.4 km
  • Cowden8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Evelyn Clark Square0.1 km
  • Evelyn Clark Square0.1 km
  • Upper Close0.3 km
  • Upper Close0.3 km
  • Highgate Road0.4 km