Cootes Avenue is in Horsham and in Horsham district. RH12 2AF is located in the Trafalgar electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cootes Avenue, Horsham, RH12 2AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH12 2AG, RH12 2AS, RH12 2AP, RH12 2AW, RH12 2AT, RH12 2AR, RH12 2BA, RH12 2AJ, RH12 2AU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH12 2AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.5% | 50.5% | -6.0% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 43.5% | 49.5% | 6.0% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 RH12 2AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 72.4% 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 | 10.5% | 11% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -26.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.1% | 72.4% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 28.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 8.3% | -6.6% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 31.9% | 50.2% | 18.3% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 40.8% | 26.9% | -13.9% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 22.7% | 16.7% | -6.0% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 25% | 14.4% | -10.6% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 10.5% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 13.1% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 14.4% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 38.4% | 14.3% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.7% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 94.2% | 89.6% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 90.2% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 59.1% | 46.2% | 12.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cootes Avenue was 11.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Broadbridge Heath average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cootes Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadbridge Heath and the 53rd lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Cootes Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £453,000 | 2025-02-10 | £472,985 |
| 107 Cootes Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-12-18 | £457,704 |
| 147 Cootes Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £388,000 | 2023-08-18 | £421,223 |
| 117 Cootes Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2022-03-28 | £530,824 |
| 85 Cootes Avenue, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-01-29 | £520,259 |
RH12 2AF 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 RH12 2AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Nursery School Harwood Road , RH13 5UT | 3out of 4 | 2,482 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenway Academy Greenway , RH12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 523 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar Community Infant School Victory Road , RH12 2JF | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arunside School, Horsham Blackbridge Lane , RH12 1RR | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Blackbridge Lane , RH12 1RR | 3out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shelley Primary School Wickhurst Lane , Broadbridge Heath RH12 3LU | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tanbridge House School Farthings Hill , Guildford Road RH12 1SR | 4out of 4 | 953 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millais School Depot Road , RH13 5HR | 4out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Forest School Comptons Lane , RH13 5NT | 3out of 4 | 3,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of Richard Collyer In Horsham Hurst Road , RH12 2EJ | - not rated | 1,485 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bohunt Horsham Hurst Road , RH12 2DN | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Barn School Guildford Road , Broadbridge Heath RH12 3PQ | - not rated | 2,854 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlington School Strood Park , RH12 3PN | - not rated | 2,973 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlehaven Educational Trust 24 Hernbrook Drive , RH13 6EW | - not rated | 2,999 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham Comptons Lane , RH13 5NW | 4out of 4 | 3,341 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Hospital , RH13 0LJ | - not rated | 3,713 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valsa Gelato | 6 Bishopric, Horsham | 986 yd | |
| KFC | KFC, 24 Bishopric | 997 yd | |
| Lemongrass | Lemongrass, 16 Bishopric | 1,040 yd | |
| CHAK de India | 16 Bishopric, Horsham | 1,040 yd | |
| Tasca Cafe | Tasca Cafe, 35 Ground Floor Freshwater Parade | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coot | The Coot, The Coot | 362 yd | |
| Horsham Trinity Cricket Club | Horsham Trinity Cricket Club, Horsham Trinity Cricket Club Pavilion | 759 yd | |
| Kings Arms | Kings Arms, Kings Arms | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin House | Mandarin House, 33 Spencers Road | 659 yd | |
| Eastern Tandoori Take-Away | Eastern Tandoori Take-Away, 38 Bishopric | 926 yd | |
| Panda House | Panda House, 40 Bishopric | 954 yd | |
| Mr Chips | Mr Chips, 32 Bishopric | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Co-Operative, Unit 1 The Tanfield Centre | 768 yd | |
| Waitrose | Waitrose, Waitrose | 1,036 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rookwood Golf Course ROBIN HOOD LANE | golf | 405 yd |
| Greenway Academy GREENWAY | grass pitches, swimming pool | 408 yd |
| Victory Road Recreation Ground VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 672 yd |
| Redford Avenue Recreation Ground REDFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 733 yd |
| Tanbridge House School TANBRIDGE HOUSE SCHOOL TANBRIDGE HOUSE SCHOOL GUILDFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 975 yd |
| St John'S Catholic Primary School BLACKBRIDGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 907 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 907 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 859 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.