Wood End is in Horsham and in Horsham district. RH12 4NU is located in the Roffey South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wood End, Horsham, RH12 4NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH12 4NS, RH12 4NT, RH12 4NX, RH12 4NP, RH12 4UF, RH12 4NY, RH12 4UE, RH12 4TU, RH12 4NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH12 4NU 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 | 48.8% | 51.4% | 2.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51.2% | 48.6% | -2.6% | 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 4NU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 18% | 20.8% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73.8% | 62.9% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 7.5% | 4.0% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.1% | 7.1% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 45.5% | 55.6% | 10.1% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 32.5% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 9.5% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around RH12 4NU this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 9.9% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9.5% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.4% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 8.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 18.2% | 1.0% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 33.9% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.6% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 14.2% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 93.9% | 91.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 91.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.8% | 76.7% | 11.1% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wood End was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.9% lower than the Colgate & Rusper average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wood End has the 25th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Colgate & Rusper and the 115th lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Wood End, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-08-22 | £483,602 |
| 2 Wood End, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £358,000 | 2023-07-21 | £393,467 |
| 4 Wood End, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £451,500 | 2022-08-19 | £482,779 |
| 22 Wood End, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £443,000 | 2022-08-05 | £473,690 |
| 28 Wood End, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-03-24 | £522,662 |
RH12 4NU 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 4NU 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,048 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School, Horsham Lambs Farm Road , Roffey RH12 4LP | 3out of 4 | 711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northolmes Junior School, Horsham Leith View Road , RH12 4ET | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leechpool Primary School Leechpool Lane , RH13 6AG | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlehaven Infant School Hawkesbourne Road , RH12 4EH | 3out of 4 | 1,203 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Primary School, Horsham Tylden Way , RH12 5JB | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,134 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Forest School Comptons Lane , RH13 5NT | 3out of 4 | 2,520 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanbridge House School Farthings Hill , Guildford Road RH12 1SR | 4out of 4 | 4,979 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 | 2,800 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 | 2,761 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham Comptons Lane , RH13 5NW | 4out of 4 | 2,338 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlehaven Educational Trust 24 Hernbrook Drive , RH13 6EW | - not rated | 3,112 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panino Cafe | Panino Cafe, 175 Crawley Road | 916 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Plus | Pizza Plus, Enterprise House | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, 84 - 86 Lambs Farm Road | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beech Road THE PINES | grass pitches | 253 yd |
| Roffey Cricket Club CRAWLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Roffey Recreation Ground LOCKWOOD CLOSE | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Leechpool Lane School LEECHPOOL LANE | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Broadwood Recreation Ground BRYCE CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Roffey Social & Sports Club SPOONERS ROAD | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.