Bushfield Drive is in Redhill and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH1 5BN is located in the Earlswood & Whitebushes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bushfield Drive, Redhill, RH1 5BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH1 5SJ, RH1 5SR, RH1 5LZ, RH1 5AZ, RH1 5LU, RH1 5SP, RH1 5SL, RH1 5SW, RH1 5BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH1 5BN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.6% | 36.9% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -1.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.7% | 45.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 10.3% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.2% | 51.6% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 37% | 32.8% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.9% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.1% | 19% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 11.1% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 19.4% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 29.2% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 8.2% | 2.8% | -5.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 5.6% | 3.0% | 3.1% | 2.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 4.1% | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 78.9% | 70.4% | -8.5% | 81.4% | -11.0% |
| Other | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 82.2% | 80.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 5.9% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 4.6% | 2.1% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.5% | 80.4% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 14.3% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.3% | 1.5% | -4.8% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.6% | 1.5% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bushfield Drive was 32.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.1% lower than the Earlswood & Whitebushes average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bushfield Drive has the 31st lowest crime rate of 86 local areas in Earlswood & Whitebushes and the 157th lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Bushfield Drive, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2021-06-28 | £342,746 |
| 86 Bushfield Drive, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2020-11-12 | £331,220 |
| 86 Bushfield Drive, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £272,000 | 2017-05-02 | £330,495 |
| 78 Bushfield Drive, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2004-01-29 | £364,896 |
| 86 Bushfield Drive, Redhill, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2000-07-24 | £388,438 |
RH1 5BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 44 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salfords Primary School Copsleigh Avenue , Salfords RH1 5BQ | 2out of 4 | 867 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlswood Junior School Brambletye Park Road , RH1 6JX | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlswood Infant and Nursery School St John's Road , RH1 6DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Primary School Pendleton Road , RH1 6QG | 3out of 4 | 2,090 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovers Green School Rushetts Road , RH2 7RF | 4out of 4 | 2,482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 2,533 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrington School Noke Drive , RH1 4AD | 2out of 4 | 3,301 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's School Carlton Road , RH1 2LQ | 4out of 4 | 4,326 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AE | 3out of 4 | 5,132 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstham Park School Taynton Drive , RH1 3PU | - not rated | 5,376 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate College Castlefield Road , RH2 0SD | - not rated | 4,197 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Surrey College Gatton Point , London Road RH1 2JX | - not rated | 4,671 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornfield School 53 Hanworth Road , RH1 5HS | - not rated | 797 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Dunottar School High Trees Road , RH2 7EL | - not rated | 2,525 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Valley College Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Grammar School Reigate Road , RH2 0QS | - not rated | 3,440 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brooklands School - Split Site 27 Wray Park Road , RH2 0DF | 3out of 4 | 4,360 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WH Smith And Marks And Spencers | East Surrey Hospital, Canada Avenue | 527 yd | |
| The Lane Fox REMEO Centre | East Surrey Hospital, Canada Drive | 527 yd | |
| McDonalds | 108 Horley Road, Redhill | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Seven Club | Hanworth Road, Redhill | 830 yd | |
| Redhill Football Club | Kiln Brow, Three Arch Road | 835 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sundae Scoop | 83 Horley Road, Redhill | 624 yd | |
| Phoenix | 77 Horley Road, Redhill | 648 yd | |
| Alberts Fish Bar | 81 Horley Road, Redhill | 648 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitebushes (Closed) Bushfield Drive | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Redhill Golf Centre CANADA AVENUE | golf | 745 yd |
| Redhill Football Club THREE ARCH ROAD | grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Perrywood Sports And Social Club (Monotype Football Club) THREE ARCH ROAD | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Earlswood Common (The Ring) WOODHATCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,041 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.66 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.