Trafalgar Road is in Horsham and in Horsham district. RH12 2QJ 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 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, RH12 2QJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH12 2QH, RH12 2HD, RH12 2HE, RH12 2QQ, RH12 2EX, RH12 2BZ, RH12 2BY, RH12 2QG, RH12 2GG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH12 2QJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 2QJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 24.6% | 22.1% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 60.4% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 9.8% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (90.6%) 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 | 55.9% | 53.4% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 7.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -4.9% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
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 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.9% | 13.1% | 0.2% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 6.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 11% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.4% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 15.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.6% | 48.7% | 6.1% | 33.8% | 14.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 95.9% | 93.9% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 89.2% | 88.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 88.3% | 87.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 8.1% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.7% | -6.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.8% | 76.7% | 13.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Trafalgar Road was 40.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.4% lower than the Broadbridge Heath average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Trafalgar Road has the 23rd highest crime rate of 62 local areas in Broadbridge Heath and the 188th highest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 87 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-05-10 | £562,302 |
| 78 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2021-09-23 | £587,002 |
| 79 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-04-19 | £493,056 |
| 77 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2019-12-18 | £552,311 |
| 76 Trafalgar Road, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2018-03-22 | £453,452 |
RH12 2QJ 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 RH12 2QJ 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Nursery School Harwood Road , RH13 5UT | 3out of 4 | 1,686 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 | 171 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenway Academy Greenway , RH12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 496 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Heath Community Primary School Erica Way , RH12 5XL | 3out of 4 | 1,238 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arunside School, Horsham Blackbridge Lane , RH12 1RR | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Blackbridge Lane , RH12 1RR | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millais School Depot Road , RH13 5HR | 4out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Forest School Comptons Lane , RH13 5NT | 3out of 4 | 2,536 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 | 643 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 | 952 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 | 2,518 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham Comptons Lane , RH13 5NW | 4out of 4 | 2,676 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Barn School Guildford Road , Broadbridge Heath RH12 3PQ | - not rated | 3,661 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlington School Strood Park , RH12 3PN | - not rated | 3,667 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Hospital , RH13 0LJ | - not rated | 4,297 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 | 615 yd | |
| Herons Rest | Herons Rest, Warnham Nature Reserve | 782 yd | |
| Burgover | Burgover, 41 Springfield Road | 856 yd | |
| Raj Kumar | Raj Kumar, 27 Springfield Road | 890 yd | |
| New Curry Centre | New Curry Centre, 43 London Road | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsham Trinity Cricket Club | Horsham Trinity Cricket Club, Horsham Trinity Cricket Club Pavilion | 268 yd | |
| The Maltshovel | The Maltshovel, The Maltshovel | 867 yd | |
| Clubhouse Bar & Grill | Clubhouse Bar & Grill, Bowling Alley Horsham Leisure Park | 907 yd | |
| Kings Arms | Kings Arms, Kings Arms | 966 yd | |
| The Lynd Cross | The Lynd Cross, The Lynd Cross | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mandarin House | Mandarin House, 33 Spencers Road | 402 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Domino's Pizza, 45 Springfield Road | 862 yd | |
| Uncle T's | Uncle T's, 43 Springfield Road | 867 yd | |
| Jumbo Chinese Take Away | Jumbo Chinese Take Away, 53 London Road | 873 yd | |
| Eastern Tandoori Take-Away | Eastern Tandoori Take-Away, 38 Bishopric | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Co-Operative, Unit 1 The Tanfield Centre | 1,030 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victory Road Recreation Ground VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND VICTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 223 yd |
| Collyers (College Of Richard Collyer) HURST ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 528 yd |
| Greenway Academy GREENWAY | grass pitches, swimming pool | 561 yd |
| Redford Avenue Recreation Ground REDFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Horsham Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 659 yd |
| Rookwood Golf Course ROBIN HOOD LANE | golf | 868 yd |
| Woodstock Close Recreation Ground (Closed) Woodstock Close | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Woodstock Close (Pixies Hollow) BROOME CLOSE | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| Pavilions In The Park HURST ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 896 yd |
| Curves For Women (Horsham) (Closed) CURVES CURVES GLADSTONE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 983 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 910 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 910 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 65.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 933 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.