Badgers Close is in Horsham and in Horsham district. RH12 5RU is located in the Holbrook East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1991-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Badgers Close, Horsham, RH12 5RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH12 5RT, RH12 5RS, RH12 5FT, RH12 5FR, RH12 5QW, RH12 5QN, RH12 5FX, RH12 5GB, RH12 5FS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH12 5RU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49% | -1.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 5RU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64% 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 | 22.8% | 23.3% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 64% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 19.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (87.5%) 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 | 54.8% | 46.6% | -8.2% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 40.9% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 10.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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 5RU this area, 6.6% 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 | 10.1% | 6.6% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 11.6% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 13.9% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 19.3% | 2.1% | 16.9% | 2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 39.4% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 5% | 2.4% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.7% | 91.7% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
In this area, 91.3% 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 | 95.3% | 91.3% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.2% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 90.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.6% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.6% | 76.7% | 16.9% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Badgers Close was 44.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.0% lower than the Colgate & Rusper average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Badgers Close has the 26th highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Colgate & Rusper and the 164th highest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Badgers Close, Horsham, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £530,000 | 2023-10-06 | £568,359 |
| 17 Badgers Close, Horsham, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £365,500 | 2021-03-23 | £438,934 |
| 1 Badgers Close, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2018-11-30 | £561,459 |
| 29 Badgers Close, Horsham, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2018-04-27 | £421,533 |
| 17 Badgers Close, Horsham, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £344,000 | 2017-11-29 | £413,114 |
RH12 5RU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,688 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints CofE Primary School, Horsham Tylden Way , RH12 5JB | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Primary School Holbrook School Lane , RH12 5PP | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlehaven Infant School Hawkesbourne Road , RH12 4EH | 3out of 4 | 783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Heath Community Primary School Erica Way , RH12 5XL | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School, Horsham Lambs Farm Road , Roffey RH12 4LP | 3out of 4 | 1,061 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 | 2,222 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Forest School Comptons Lane , RH13 5NT | 3out of 4 | 2,741 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanbridge House School Farthings Hill , Guildford Road RH12 1SR | 4out of 4 | 3,765 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 | 1,691 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 | 1,908 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 | 2,699 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Littlehaven Educational Trust 24 Hernbrook Drive , RH13 6EW | - not rated | 3,145 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farlington School Strood Park , RH12 3PN | - not rated | 5,134 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Barn School Guildford Road , Broadbridge Heath RH12 3PQ | - not rated | 5,365 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook Heart Cafe | Holbrook Heart Cafe, St Marks Church | 563 yd | |
| The Olive Tree | The Olive Tree, Unit 1 | 564 yd | |
| St Andrews Methodist Church | St Andrews Methodist Church, St Andrews Methodist Church | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sussex Barn | The Sussex Barn, The Sussex Barn | 564 yd | |
| Horsham Bowling Club | Horsham Bowling Club, Bowling Green Holbrook Recreation Centre | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Friend Chinese Takeaway | New Friend Chinese Takeaway, 5 Coltsfoot Drive | 663 yd | |
| Pizza Plus | Pizza Plus, Enterprise House | 777 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, 84 - 86 Lambs Farm Road | 786 yd | |
| Co-Op Welcome | Co-Op Welcome, 2 - 4 Fitzalan Road | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Ce Primary School TYLDEN WAY | grass pitches | 382 yd |
| North Heath Hall NORTH HEATH HALL CAR PARK NORTH HEATH HALL CAR PARK ST MARKS LANE | 482 yd | |
| The Holbrook Club NORTH HEATH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 551 yd |
| Holbrook Primary School HOLBROOK SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 712 yd |
| Dutchells Copse Robert Way | grass pitches | 740 yd |
| Holbrook Tythe Barn PONDTAIL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Broadwood Recreation Ground BRYCE CLOSE | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Pondtail Close UNIT 1 UNIT 1 NORTH HEATH LANE INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Roffey Social & Sports Club SPOONERS ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| North Heath Community Primary School ERICA WAY | grass pitches | 881 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 | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 42.9% |
| 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.