Chanctonbury Way is in Crawley and in Crawley district. RH11 8TH is located in the Southgate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Crawley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, RH11 8TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH11 8TJ, RH11 8TR, RH11 8TQ, RH11 8TW, RH11 8TP, RH11 8TG, RH11 8SR, RH11 8TN, RH11 8TX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH11 8TH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.7% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.3% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 8TH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 14.9% | 25.2% | 10.3% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.7% | 57% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 6.2% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 9.8% | -2.7% | 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 (86%) 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 | 43% | 48.7% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 37.3% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 10.8% | -3.7% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 22.4% | 10.2% | -12.2% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 8.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 21.6% | 6.4% | 13.4% | 8.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 6.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 19.3% | 11.0% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.4% | 30.2% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 12% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 8.9% |
| Pakistani | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84% | 76.2% | -7.8% | 81.4% | -5.2% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 81.8% 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 | 86.9% | 81.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -1.4% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.5% | 81.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 16.8% | 15.9% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.4% | 1.1% | -10.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.5% | 76.7% | 12.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.9% | 37.2% | -16.3% |
| Christian | 58.7% | 46.2% | 12.5% |
| Hindu | 11.7% | 1.7% | 10.0% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chanctonbury Way was 38.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.9% lower than the Northgate & West Green average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chanctonbury Way has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Northgate & West Green and the 113th lowest crime rate of 367 local areas in Crawley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-10-11 | £526,566 |
| 50 Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £439,950 | 2021-09-20 | £510,284 |
| 56 Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2013-08-28 | £494,530 |
| 36 Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2008-04-25 | £746,024 |
| 36 Chanctonbury Way, Crawley, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2003-08-21 | £651,361 |
RH11 8TH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RH11 8TH 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Primary School Ditchling Hill , Southgate West RH11 8QL | 3out of 4 | 347 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate West First School Ditchling Hill , RH11 8QL | - not rated | 464 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate Primary Barrington Road , Southgate RH10 6DG | 3out of 4 | 684 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate Primary Barrington Road , Southgate RH10 6DG | - not rated | 684 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate First School Barrington Road , Southgate RH10 6DG | - not rated | 739 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate West Middle School Ditchling Hill , Southgate West RH11 8QL | - not rated | 464 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southgate Middle School Barrington Road , Southgate RH10 6DG | - not rated | 739 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gossops Green Community Middle School Kidborough Road , RH11 8HW | - not rated | 1,202 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Desmond Anderson Middle School Canterbury Road , Tilgate RH10 5EZ | - not rated | 1,434 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield Middle School, Crawley Ifield Drive , Ifield RH11 0EL | - not rated | 1,687 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 495 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Secondary School, Crawley Buckswood Drive , Gossops Green RH11 8JE | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bennett Community College Ashdown Drive , Tilgate RH10 5AD | 3out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Bennett Community College Ashdown Drive , Tilgate RH10 5AD | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ifield Community College Crawley Avenue , Ifield RH11 0DB | 3out of 4 | 1,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross RC School Shipley Road , Ifield RH11 0ED | - not rated | 1,653 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Turners Hill Road , Pound Hill RH10 7SL | - not rated | 4,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crawley College College Road , RH10 1NR | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Sussex College College Road , RH10 1NR | - not rated | 1,669 yd | Further education | 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 | 4,622 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hethersett Montessori Primary 62 Brighton Road , Southgate RH10 6SX | - not rated | 565 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green College Lady Margaret Road , Ifield RH11 0DX | 3out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atelier21 Future School Broadfield Park , Brighton Road RH11 9RZ | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Green Primary School Lady Margaret Road , Ifield RH11 0DU | 4out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swedish School Horsham Furnace Drive , Furnace Green RH10 6JB | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squires Garden Centre Cafe | Squires Garden Centre, Horsham Road | 522 yd | |
| Subway At Apple Green Service Station | Spar At, Apple Green Service Station | 596 yd | |
| Southgate Children And Family Centre | Southgate Primary School, Barrington Road | 683 yd | |
| Caterlink At Holy Trinity School | Holy Trinity C Of E School, Buckswood Drive | 758 yd | |
| Taj Mahal Indian Restaurant | 2 - 4 High Street, West Green | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goffs Manor | Old Horsham Road, Southgate | 368 yd | |
| Goffs Park Social Club | Old Horsham Road, Southgate | 368 yd | |
| New Moon | Brighton Road, Southgate | 622 yd | |
| The Swan | The Swan Inn, Horsham Road | 793 yd | |
| Railway | 2 - 4 Brighton Road, Southgate | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southgate Fish And Chips | 22 Brighton Road, Southgate | 810 yd | |
| Mazza | 10 Brighton Road, Southgate | 832 yd | |
| Ocean Trawler Fish Bar | 11 Southgate Parade, Southgate | 889 yd | |
| New Dragon | 59 Ifield Road, West Green | 955 yd | |
| Crow Coffee | 46 High Street, West Green | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 84 - 86 Downland Drive, Southgate | 329 yd | |
| Asda | Pegler Way, West Green | 863 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilltop Primary School DITCHLING HILL | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| St Wilfrids Catholic Comprehensive School ST. WILFRID'S WAY | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Broadfield Rathlin Road Playing Field (Closed) Rathlin Road | grass pitches | 588 yd |
| Crawley Sports Table Tennis Club BUCKSWOOD DRIVE | 755 yd | |
| Broadfield 3G Pitch & Pavilion BRIGHTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 829 yd |
| Gossops Green Playing Fields Dormans | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Holy Trinity Church Of England Secondary School BUCKSWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 867 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Crawley) PEGLER COURT PEGLER COURT PEGLER WAY | health and fitness suite | 945 yd |
| Crawley Town Fc (Broadfield Stadium) THE CHECKATRADE.COM STADIUM THE CHECKATRADE.COM STADIUM WINFIELD WAY | grass pitches | 1,028 yd |
| Thomas Bennett Community College ASHDOWN DRIVE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,029 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 | 73.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 183.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.