Station Road is in Cowfold, Horsham and in Horsham district. RH13 8DF is located in the Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Road, Cowfold, Horsham, RH13 8DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH13 8DF is primarily male, with 54.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.6% | 45.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -5.4% |
| Male | 54.4% | 54.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 5.4% |
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 RH13 8DF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 35.5% | 33.6% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 55% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 6.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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%) 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 | 49.1% | 57.4% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 30.6% | -7.6% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 10.2% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.7% | 10% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 7.5% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 14.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 3.8% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 22.6% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 41.4% | 9.5% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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 | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.7% | 93.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 80.6% 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 | 90.2% | 80.6% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 9% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 80.3% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -2.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 10.4% | 7.9% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.5% | 13.5% | -9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 41.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.6% higher than the Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Station Road has the 8th highest crime rate of 17 local areas in Cowfold, Shermanbury & West Grinstead and the 180th highest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clock House Station Road, Horsham, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £2,530,000 | 2022-04-12 | £2,725,224 |
| Stable Cottage Station Road, Horsham, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £1,195,000 | 2021-08-06 | £1,317,433 |
| Clock House Station Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,970,000 | 2014-08-06 | £2,798,326 |
| Clock House Station Road, Horsham, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,785,000 | 2004-02-02 | £3,748,865 |
| Garden Cottage Clock House Station Road, Horsham, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 1995-08-03 | £1,011,152 |
RH13 8DF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
RH13 8DF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Other | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Other | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE (Aided) Primary School Potters Green , Station Road RH13 8QZ | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary School Nuthurst Street , Nuthurst RH13 6LH | 3out of 4 | 3,577 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jolesfield CofE Primary School Littleworth Lane , Partridge Green RH13 8JJ | 2out of 4 | 3,733 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.