Harestone Valley Road is in Caterham and in Tandridge district. CR3 6HH is located in the Harestone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, CR3 6HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR3 6HR, CR3 6BB, CR3 6EU, CR3 6HG, CR3 6FP, CR3 6HS, CR3 6BH, CR3 6HQ, CR3 6BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CR3 6HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 50.5% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 52.2% | 49.5% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 CR3 6HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 24% | 33.1% | 9.1% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64% | 57.6% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 2.9% | -3.6% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4.8% | 0.4% | 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 (85.7%) 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 | 59.2% | 56.2% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 29.5% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 6.4% | 9.9% | 3.5% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around CR3 6HH this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 47.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.4% | 9.6% | 5.2% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 9.6% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 15.8% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 15.1% | -0.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48% | 47.6% | -0.4% | 33.8% | 13.8% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 3.1% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93% | 85.5% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 92.7% | 85% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 84.8% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 10.1% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 0.5% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harestone Valley Road was 18.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.9% lower than the Chaldon average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Harestone Valley Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Chaldon and the 31st lowest crime rate of 268 local areas in Tandridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2019-09-04 | £990,538 |
| 114 Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2014-12-09 | £903,900 |
| 112 Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2014-05-06 | £891,867 |
| 116 Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £677,500 | 2013-06-28 | £1,135,301 |
| 122 Harestone Valley Road, Caterham, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £547,500 | 2011-07-19 | £931,694 |
CR3 6HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 112 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcroft Primary School Chaldon Road , CR3 5PG | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Aided Primary School Markfield Road , CR3 6RN | 3out of 4 | 1,315 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Audley Primary School Whyteleafe Road , CR3 5ED | 3out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter and St Paul CofE Infant School 93 Rook Lane , Chaldon CR3 5BN | 4out of 4 | 2,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic Primary School Whyteleafe Road , CR3 5ED | 3out of 4 | 2,251 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| de Stafford School Burntwood Lane , CR3 5YX | 3out of 4 | 1,978 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Coulsdon Homefield Road , Old Coulsdon CR5 1ES | 3out of 4 | 3,414 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstham Park School Taynton Drive , RH1 3PU | - not rated | 4,747 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warlingham School Tithepit Shaw Lane , CR6 9YB | 3out of 4 | 5,114 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caterham School Harestone Valley Road , CR3 6YA | - not rated | 551 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakhyrst Grange School 160 Stanstead Road , CR3 6AF | - not rated | 941 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Caterham Prep Harestone Valley Road , Caterham CR3 6YB | - not rated | 982 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Hill School Chaldon Road , CR3 5PN | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Essendene Lodge School Essendene Road , Caterham CR3 5PB | - not rated | 1,331 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sixth Form Café | Caterham School, Harestone Valley Road | 473 yd | |
| Caterham School Pavilion on the Hill | Pavilion, Rugby Field, Park Avenue | 561 yd | |
| Parklife | Queens Park, Queens Park Road | 905 yd | |
| Kokoro | 30 Church Walk | 926 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 50 Church Walk | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Garland | 4 The Square | 1,008 yd | |
| The Crown and Pepper | 32 Godstone Road | 1,018 yd | |
| Caterham Club | 10a Croydon Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broo Coffee | Station Kiosk, Caterham Railway Station, 20 Station Avenue | 925 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken and Ribs | 11 Croydon Road | 988 yd | |
| Jade House Chinese Takeaway | 25 Croydon Road | 988 yd | |
| Balti Express | 50 Croydon Road | 1,057 yd | |
| Buzz Kebab | 40 Croydon Road | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 28 Church Walk | 926 yd | |
| Waitrose Limited | 2-10 Station Avenue | 928 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caterham School Sports Centre HARESTONE VALLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 477 yd |
| Queens Park Pavillion QUEENS PARK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 804 yd |
| Caterham Youth & Community Centre (Closed) 91a 91a Godstone Road | 920 yd | |
| Village Sports Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION WHITE KNOBS WAY | grass pitches | 980 yd |
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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.