Cross Oak Lane is in Redhill and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH1 5HA is located in the Horley East & Salfords electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cross Oak Lane, Redhill, RH1 5HA 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. However, the area surrounding RH1 5HA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.3% | 52.7% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 45.7% | 47.3% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 | 28.1% | 23.2% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38% | 46.9% | 8.9% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 19.3% | 14.9% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 5.8% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 12.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.2% | 43.4% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 29.9% | -5.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 19% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 6.8% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 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.
In the area around RH1 5HA this area, 30.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 30.5% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 7.6% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 14.7% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25% | 28.4% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -5.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.4% | 91.4% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 88.6% | 86.9% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 86.9% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 11.3% | 10.8% | 9.8% | 1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Oak Lane was 96.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.4% higher than the Horley East & Salfords average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Oak Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Horley East & Salfords and the 82nd highest crime rate of 446 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
RH1 5HA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RH1 5HA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meath Green Infant School Kiln Lane , Meath Green RH6 8JG | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Oaks Church of England Primary School Brookfield Drive , RH6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meath Green Junior School Greenfields Road , RH6 8HW | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westvale Park Primary Academy Cavell Way , Westvale Park RH6 8SU | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yattendon School Oakwood Road , RH6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salfords Middle School Copsleigh Avenue , Salfords RH1 5BQ | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salfords County Middle School Copsleigh Avenue , Salfords RH1 5BQ | - not rated | 2,334 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horley School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AB | - not rated | 2,081 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AE | 3out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Court Lodge School Court Lodge Road , RH6 8RS | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | 3out of 4 | 4,714 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | - not rated | 4,714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers Croft School Bolters Road , RH6 8QS | - not rated | 929 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horley Tuition Centre Court Lodge Road , RH6 8AB | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornfield School 53 Hanworth Road , RH1 5HS | - not rated | 3,025 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sidlow Bridge Centre Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 3,570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Valley College Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 3,570 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Kitchen | Unit 1, Orchard Business Centre | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 21 Bonehurst Road, Horley | 855 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aviation Park NUTBUSH COTTAGE NUTBUSH COTTAGE BONEHURST ROAD | grass pitches | 21 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.