Elmwood Road is in Redhill and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH1 2JD is located in the Redhill East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elmwood Road, Redhill, RH1 2JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH1 2JL, RH1 2LB, RH1 2JA, RH1 2JE, RH1 2LA, RH1 2JB, RH1 2HZ, RH1 2LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH1 2JD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 49.6% | 48.4% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.6% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
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 RH1 2JD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 29.4% | 30% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 58.3% | 3.1% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 6.6% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 2.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 54.9% | 50.3% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.8% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 10.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.4% | 13.2% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9.7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.3% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 17.4% | 1.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 36.1% | 11.4% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 5.7% | 3.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 6.4% | 5.2% | -1.2% | 2.7% | 2.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 88.6% | 85.7% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 4.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 87% 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 | 86.1% | 87% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 3.8% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 4.9% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 86.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 9.4% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 2.3% | -5.8% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 5.4% | 6.5% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elmwood Road was 85.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% lower than the Earlswood & Whitebushes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elmwood Road has the 23rd highest crime rate of 86 local areas in Earlswood & Whitebushes and the 98th highest crime rate of 440 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 34.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Elmwood Road, Redhill, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2024-07-05 | £648,325 |
| 33 Elmwood Road, Redhill, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2021-05-04 | £517,325 |
| 8 Elmwood Road, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-03-22 | £564,373 |
| 10 Elmwood Road, Redhill, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-03-08 | £491,302 |
| 17 Elmwood Road, Redhill, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2020-11-20 | £494,760 |
RH1 2JD 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 | 137 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lime Tree Primary School Battlebridge Lane , RH1 3LH | 3out of 4 | 405 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstham Primary School London Road South , Merstham RH1 3AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,188 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Linkfield Lane , RH1 1JF | 1out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Redhill Linkfield Lane , RH1 1DU | 3out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzefield Primary School Delabole Road , Merstham RH1 3PA | 3out of 4 | 1,990 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's School Carlton Road , RH1 2LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,106 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrington School Noke Drive , RH1 4AD | 2out of 4 | 1,380 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstham Park School Taynton Drive , RH1 3PU | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 4,300 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Surrey College Gatton Point , London Road RH1 2JX | - not rated | 125 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate College Castlefield Road , RH2 0SD | - not rated | 3,566 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | 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 | 1,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Academy Chart Lane South , RH5 4DB | 1out of 4 | 1,527 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Woodfield School Sunstone Grove , Merstham RH1 3PR | 3out of 4 | 1,927 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands School - Split Site 27 Wray Park Road , RH2 0DF | 3out of 4 | 2,925 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Grammar School Reigate Road , RH2 0QS | - not rated | 3,185 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunottar School High Trees Road , RH2 7EL | - not rated | 3,260 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sovereign Gymnastics Cafe | 15 Ormside Way, Redhill | 285 yd | |
| Fatboys Cafe | 21B Holmethorpe Avenue, Redhill | 561 yd | |
| All Saints South Merstham | All Saints Parish Church, Battlebridge Lane | 820 yd | |
| Rui's Coffee Lounge | 53 Nutfield Road, Merstham | 961 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Brickmakers | 58 - 60 Frenches Road, Redhill | 567 yd | |
| Monson Road Working Mens Club | The Club House, Lyndale Road | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oriental | 52 Nutfield Road, Merstham | 862 yd | |
| Merstham Fish Bar | 71 Nutfield Road, Merstham | 892 yd | |
| Merstham Kebab House | 69 Nutfield Road, Merstham | 893 yd | |
| Saffron | 61 Nutfield Road, Merstham | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 73 Canalside, Redhill | 515 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Battlebridge Recreation Ground Fairhaven Road | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Battlebridge Amateur Boxing Club And Sports Facility Frenches Road | artificial grass pitch | 274 yd |
| Redhill Lawn Tennis Club LINKFIELD LANE | tennis courts | 1,051 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.