Northview Cottages is in Blackstone, Henfield and in Horsham district. BN5 9SY is located in the Bramber, Upper Beeding & Woodmancote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northview Cottages, Blackstone, Henfield, BN5 9SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BN5 9TH, BN5 9SZ, BN5 9TF, BN5 9TE, BN5 9TD, BN5 9TB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BN5 9SY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 50.7% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 46.5% | 49.3% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BN5 9SY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.8% | 28.1% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 54.1% | -6.6% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 7% | 10% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 4.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.2% | 53.3% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 34.2% | -7.3% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 5% | 9.9% | 4.9% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.6% | 11.3% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 17.8% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 43.9% | 8.4% | 33.8% | 10.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 96.5% | 93.4% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 87.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 87.5% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 87.9% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 11% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0.7% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northview Cottages was 29.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.5% higher than the Bramber, Upper Beeding & Woodmancote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northview Cottages has the 28th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Bramber, Upper Beeding & Woodmancote and the 181st lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Northview Cottages, Henfield, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £207,000 | 2007-07-06 | £342,396 |
| 2 Northview Cottages, Henfield, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £72,750 | 1997-02-21 | £418,213 |
BN5 9SY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BN5 9SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albourne CofE Primary School The Street , Albourne BN6 9DH | 3out of 4 | 2,523 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Fabians Way , BN5 9PU | 3out of 4 | 3,421 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twineham CofE Primary School Church Lane , Twineham RH17 5NR | 3out of 4 | 4,268 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Lawrence CofE Primary School Trinity Road , Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY | 4out of 4 | 4,363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LVS Hassocks London Road , Sayers Common BN6 9HT | - not rated | 3,826 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.