Kingscote Hill is in Crawley and in Crawley district. RH11 8PY is located in the Gossops Green & North East Broadfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crawley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingscote Hill, Crawley, RH11 8PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH11 8PZ, RH10 8BA, RH11 8QR, RH11 8QA, RH11 8JD, RH11 8PF, RH11 8PX, RH11 8JF, RH11 8ZN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH11 8PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.1% | 50% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 RH11 8PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.8% 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 | 21% | 23.7% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -14.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 64.8% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 20.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 4.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 41.9% | 51.9% | 10.0% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 34.4% | -7.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 10.4% | -2.7% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.3% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.3% | 16.5% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 11% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 16.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.8% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 14.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.1% | 33.9% | 0.8% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 10% | 7.6% | -2.4% | 3.1% | 4.5% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 5.7% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 78.9% | 78% | -0.9% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 82.2% 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 | 82.9% | 82.2% | -0.7% | 83.2% | -1.0% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 5.4% | 5.1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.3% | 7.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.3% | 82.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | -0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 12.8% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.1% | 1.9% | -11.2% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 76.7% | 10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18.3% | 37.2% | -18.9% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Hindu | 3.8% | 1.7% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 7.6% | 6.5% | 1.1% |
| Sikh | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingscote Hill was 135.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.1% higher than the Bewbush & North Broadfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingscote Hill has the 16th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Bewbush & North Broadfield and the 71st highest crime rate of 368 local areas in Crawley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 75.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.

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.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Kingscote Hill, Crawley, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2020-06-04 | £747,649 |
| 3 Kingscote Hill, Crawley, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2018-09-17 | £582,871 |
| 9 Kingscote Hill, Crawley, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 1999-09-17 | £811,781 |
RH11 8PY 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 RH11 8PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gossops Green Primary Kidborough Road , Gossops Green RH11 8HW | 2out of 4 | 406 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hilltop Primary School Ditchling Hill , Southgate West RH11 8QL | 3out of 4 | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mill Primary Academy Ifield Drive , Ifield RH11 0EL | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Seymour Primary School Seymour Road , Broadfield RH11 9ES | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bewbush Academy Dorsten Place , Bewbush RH11 8XW | 3out of 4 | 1,297 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrid's Catholic Comprehensive School, Crawley St Wilfrid's Way , RH11 8PG | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley Buckswood Drive , Gossops Green RH11 8JE | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield Community College Crawley Avenue , Ifield RH11 0DB | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bennett Community College Ashdown Drive , Tilgate RH10 5AD | 2out of 4 | 1,833 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelwick School Hazelwick School Close , Three Bridges RH10 1SX | 3out of 4 | 3,735 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gatwick School 23 Gatwick Road , RH10 9TP | 3out of 4 | 4,935 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Green Primary School Lady Margaret Road , Ifield RH11 0DU | 4out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green College Lady Margaret Road , Ifield RH11 0DX | 3out of 4 | 1,781 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atelier21 Future School Broadfield Park , Brighton Road RH11 9RZ | - not rated | 1,826 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottesmore School Buchan Hill , Pease Pottage RH11 9AU | - not rated | 2,718 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway At Apple Green Service Station | Spar At, Apple Green Service Station | 127 yd | |
| Squires Garden Centre Cafe | Squires Garden Centre, Horsham Road | 268 yd | |
| Caterlink At Holy Trinity School | Holy Trinity C Of E School, Buckswood Drive | 347 yd | |
| Subway At Ifield Shell | Motor Fuel Ltd, Service Station | 701 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goffs Manor | Old Horsham Road, Southgate | 342 yd | |
| Goffs Park Social Club | Old Horsham Road, Southgate | 342 yd | |
| The Windmill | Gossops Parade, Gossops Green | 768 yd | |
| The Swan | The Swan Inn, Horsham Road | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Grill | 3 Gossops Parade, Gossops Green | 768 yd | |
| New Mango's In | 2 Gossops Parade, Gossops Green | 768 yd | |
| Fish 'R' Us | 4 Gossops Parade, Gossops Green | 768 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa John's Pizza, 1 Gossops Parade | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 84 - 86 Downland Drive, Southgate | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gossops Green Playing Fields Dormans | grass pitches | 257 yd |
| Crawley Sports Table Tennis Club BUCKSWOOD DRIVE | 349 yd | |
| St Wilfrids Catholic Comprehensive School ST. WILFRID'S WAY | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Of England Secondary School BUCKSWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 456 yd |
| Gossops Green Primary School KIDBOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches | 586 yd |
| Broadfield Rathlin Road Playing Field (Closed) Rathlin Road | grass pitches | 875 yd |
| Hilltop Primary School DITCHLING HILL | grass pitches | 927 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 | 136.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.