RH14 9BL is in The Haven, Billingshurst and Horsham district. RH14 9BL is located in the Rudgwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Haven, Billingshurst, RH14 9BL 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 RH14 9BL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.6% | 52% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 51.4% | 48% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 RH14 9BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.5% 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 | 37.5% | 34% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 53.5% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 9.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 8.3% | 3.7% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (92.8%) 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 | 62.6% | 64.7% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 16.3% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 28.1% | -0.1% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 4.8% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -7.9% |
| Bad health | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.7% | 13.8% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.4% | 11.8% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 9.9% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 3.9% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 37.5% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.9% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 23.4% | 25.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 24.2% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 73.8% | 72.7% | -1.1% | 81.4% | -8.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 66.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.1% | 66.7% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -16.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 21.2% | 27.1% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 21.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.1% | 66.7% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 12.7% | 7.7% | -5.0% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.5% | 0.7% | -8.8% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 23.7% | 20.5% | 1.9% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.5% | 76.7% | -9.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 24.9% | 0.3% | 24.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.8% | 37.2% | 1.6% |
| Christian | 45.8% | 46.2% | -0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 14.5% | 6.0% | 8.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around RH14 9BL was 13.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.1% lower than the Itchingfield, Slinfold & Warnham average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
RH14 9BL has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 17 local areas in Itchingfield, Slinfold & Warnham and the 77th lowest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill House Gibbons Mill, Billingshurst, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £4,375,000 | 2020-10-15 | £5,059,825 |
| The Mill House Gibbons Mill, Billingshurst, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £3,250,000 | 2017-06-02 | £3,457,518 |
| The Mill House Gibbons Mill, Billingshurst, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £2,375,000 | 2011-02-18 | £4,018,328 |
| The Millers House, Billingshurst, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £970,000 | 2006-08-25 | £1,804,692 |
| The Millers House, Billingshurst, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £488,000 | 2000-08-31 | £1,487,169 |
RH14 9BL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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.
RH14 9BL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 student residents living in RH14 9BL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 60 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Other | 19 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rudgwick Primary School Tates Way , Rudgwick RH12 3HW | 3out of 4 | 3,056 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loxwood Primary School Nicholsfield , Loxwood RH14 0SR | 3out of 4 | 3,579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Slinfold CofE Primary School The Street , Slinfold RH13 0RR | 3out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennthorpe School Church Street , Rudgwick RH12 3HJ | - not rated | 2,881 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ingfield Manor School Ingfield Manor Drive , Five Oaks RH14 9AX | 3out of 4 | 3,024 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rikkyo School-in-England Guildford Road , Rudgwick RH12 3BE | - not rated | 3,614 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor House School Stane Street , Slinfold RH13 0QX | - not rated | 4,311 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Apple Orchard School Apple Orchard School , Five Oaks Road RH13 0RQ | - not rated | 4,331 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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% |
| Median download speed | 120 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.