Outwood Lane is in Chipstead, Coulsdon and in Reigate And Banstead district. CR5 3NG is located in the Chipstead, Kingswood & Woodmansterne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Outwood Lane, Chipstead, Coulsdon, CR5 3NG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CR5 3NG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 48.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 52% | 51.4% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 CR5 3NG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 24.2% | 25.4% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 58% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.2% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.9% | -1.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 (86.9%) 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 | 57.8% | 56.8% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 8.4% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 30.1% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 10.7% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 13.9% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 5.8% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.7% | -1.1% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 17% | 0.9% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 46.1% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 91.3% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 89.3% 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 | 94.5% | 89.3% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 6.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 90% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.2% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 0.8% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.3% | 76.7% | 13.6% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5% | 13.5% | -8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Outwood Lane was 64.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Banstead Village average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Outwood Lane has the 22nd highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Banstead Village and the 157th highest crime rate of 446 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% 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 Old School House Outwood Lane, Coulsdon, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-08-31 | £472,189 |
| Aldridge Outwood Lane, Coulsdon, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-09-30 | £761,581 |
| Mereness Outwood Lane, Coulsdon, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2021-04-01 | £692,319 |
| 1 Mead Cottages Outwood Lane, Coulsdon, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £570,000 | 2020-02-19 | £678,347 |
| Patronica Outwood Lane, Coulsdon, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2019-04-09 | £644,305 |
CR5 3NG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
CR5 3NG 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulsdon Nursery School Linden Avenue , CR5 3BT | - not rated | 3,264 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipstead First School High Road , Chipstead CR5 3SD | - not rated | 1,832 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipstead Valley Primary School Chipstead Valley Road , CR5 3BW | 4out of 4 | 2,611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipstead Valley Primary School Chipstead Valley Road , CR5 3BW | - not rated | 2,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic Primary School Court Road , SM7 2PH | 3out of 4 | 3,145 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School Portnalls Road , CR5 3DE | - not rated | 3,399 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merland Rise Middle School St Leonard's Road , Tattenham Corner KT18 5RJ | - not rated | 4,176 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Alexandra and Albert Junior School Gatton Park , RH2 0TD | - not rated | 4,511 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzefield Middle School Delabole Road , Merstham RH1 3PA | - not rated | 5,409 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nork Park School Picquets Way , SM7 1AG | - not rated | 3,386 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon School Picquets Way , SM7 1AG | - not rated | 3,386 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beacon School Picquets Way , SM7 1AG | 2out of 4 | 3,391 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| De Burgh School Merefield Gardens , KT20 5JY | - not rated | 3,701 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Purley Girls' High School Stoneyfield Road , CR5 2YG | - not rated | 3,889 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulsdon Sixth Form College Placehouse Lane , CR5 1YA | - not rated | 4,529 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Alexandra and Albert School Gatton Park , RH2 0TD | 3out of 4 | 4,566 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity School Rowan's Hill , Coulsdon Lane CR5 3QG | - not rated | 1,723 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rann Horizon School 121 Clapham High Street , SW4 7JR | - not rated | 2,902 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aberdour Preparatory School Brighton Road , Burgh Heath KT20 6AJ | - not rated | 3,042 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harps Oak Independent School 180 London Road North , Merstham RH1 3BP | - not rated | 3,200 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Bolters Lane , SM7 2AJ | - not rated | 3,552 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ramblers Rest Public House | Outwood Lane, Coulsdon | 606 yd | |
| The Chipstead Players | The Courtyard Theatre, Longshaw Stables | 725 yd | |
| The White Hart | The White Hart Public House, Hazelwood Lane | 868 yd | |
| Chipstead Rugby Football Club | High Road, Chipstead | 874 yd | |
| Chipstead Hardcourt Tennis Club | High Road, Chipstead | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chipstead Meads Recreation Ground HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Chipstead Football Ground HIGH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 107.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 342.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 42.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.