Wimblehurst Road is in Horsham and in Horsham district. RH12 2EA is located in the Holbrook West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, RH12 2EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH12 2AQ, RH12 2ED, RH12 2EF, RH12 2TB, RH12 2DD, RH12 2TA, RH12 2EH, RH12 2LH, RH12 2DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH12 2EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.1% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.9% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 26.1% | 30.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 49% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 4.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 8.4% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 9.5% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 45.6% | 48.7% | 3.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.2% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 11.8% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
In the area around RH12 2EA this area, 8.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.4% | 8.4% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 9.6% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 13.8% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 19.5% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 43.7% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.1% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.5% | 95.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 92.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 92.7% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 43.6% | 46.2% | -2.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.9% | 6.0% | 5.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wimblehurst Road was 21.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% lower than the Broadbridge Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wimblehurst Road has the 17th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadbridge Heath and the 126th lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farthings Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2024-07-31 | £1,106,000 |
| Flat 1 25 Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2022-06-27 | £475,724 |
| 11 Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £927,500 | 2021-04-30 | £1,112,783 |
| 9 Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2021-04-14 | £899,825 |
| 1 Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2019-03-14 | £1,219,786 |
RH12 2EA 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 2EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Nursery School Harwood Road , RH13 5UT | 3out of 4 | 1,348 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trafalgar Community Infant School Victory Road , RH12 2JF | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Heath Community Primary School Erica Way , RH12 5XL | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenway Academy Greenway , RH12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingslea Primary School Kings Road , RH13 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Primary School Holbrook School Lane , RH12 5PP | 3out of 4 | 1,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millais School Depot Road , RH13 5HR | 4out of 4 | 1,926 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Tanbridge House School Farthings Hill , Guildford Road RH12 1SR | 4out of 4 | 2,164 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Forest School Comptons Lane , RH13 5NT | 3out of 4 | 2,321 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 | 358 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 | 767 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Littlehaven Educational Trust 24 Hernbrook Drive , RH13 6EW | - not rated | 2,412 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham Comptons Lane , RH13 5NW | 4out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlington School Strood Park , RH12 3PN | - not rated | 4,036 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Barn School Guildford Road , Broadbridge Heath RH12 3PQ | - not rated | 4,081 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Hospital , RH13 0LJ | - not rated | 4,677 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| League of Friends Tea Bar | League of Friends Tea Bar, Horsham Hospital | 457 yd | |
| Herons Rest | Herons Rest, Warnham Nature Reserve | 910 yd | |
| Station Cafe Horsham | Station Cafe Horsham, 14 Nightingale Road | 914 yd | |
| The Station Beefeater | The Station Beefeater, The Station Beefeater | 947 yd | |
| New Curry Centre | New Curry Centre, 43 London Road | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Trinity Cricket Club | Horsham Trinity Cricket Club, Horsham Trinity Cricket Club Pavilion | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin House | Mandarin House, 33 Spencers Road | 822 yd | |
| New Friend Chinese Takeaway | New Friend Chinese Takeaway, 5 Coltsfoot Drive | 977 yd | |
| Jumbo Chinese Take Away | Jumbo Chinese Take Away, 53 London Road | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl, Foundry Retail Park | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collyers (College Of Richard Collyer) HURST ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 293 yd |
| Woodstock Close Recreation Ground (Closed) Woodstock Close | grass pitches | 529 yd |
| Woodstock Close (Pixies Hollow) BROOME CLOSE | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Victory Road Recreation Ground VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| North Heath Community Primary School ERICA WAY | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Horsham Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 802 yd |
| Curves For Women (Horsham) (Closed) CURVES CURVES GLADSTONE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 806 yd |
| Pavilions In The Park HURST ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 843 yd |
| Redford Avenue Recreation Ground REDFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Pondtail Close UNIT 1 UNIT 1 NORTH HEATH LANE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | grass pitches | 955 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 930 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 930 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 84.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 876 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.