Chillis Wood Road is in Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH16 1JT is located in the Haywards Heath Lucastes & Bolnore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Sussex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 1JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH16 1LJ, RH16 1JL, RH16 1JG, RH16 1LB, RH16 1JJ, RH16 1HY, RH16 1JU, RH16 1LE, RH16 1LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH16 1JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.3% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.7% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 RH16 1JT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.5% 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 | 18.1% | 21.9% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 74.7% | 69.5% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 25.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -5.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 51.6% | 58.9% | 7.3% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 28.7% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 9.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| 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 RH16 1JT this area, 4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 62.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.6% | 4% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 3.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -6.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 15.5% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 11.9% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.9% | 62.5% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 28.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.8% | 97% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 92.1% | 90% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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 | 90.6% | 90.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 1.2% | -7.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.8% | 76.7% | 18.1% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chillis Wood Road was 33.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.6% lower than the Burgess Hill Dunstall average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Chillis Wood Road has the 26th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Burgess Hill Dunstall and the 198th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2024-08-28 | £854,456 |
| 9 Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2020-11-27 | £739,721 |
| 4 Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2019-04-16 | £809,485 |
| Eglinton, 14 Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £699,950 | 2017-12-11 | £847,264 |
| 9 Chillis Wood Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2016-12-20 | £794,711 |
RH16 1JT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
RH16 1JT 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 RH16 1JT 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harlands Primary School Penland Road , RH16 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Cuckfield Glebe Road , RH17 5BQ | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hazelgrove Road , RH16 3PQ | - not rated | 1,554 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Park Primary Academy New England Road , RH16 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,613 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bolnore Village Primary School Updown Hill , Bolnore Village RH16 4GD | 3out of 4 | 1,746 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warden Park School Broad Street , Cuckfield RH17 5DP | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oathall Community College Appledore Gardens , Lindfield RH16 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,933 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic College Jane Murray Way , RH15 8GA | 4out of 4 | 5,427 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Education Ltd , 1-3 Barclay Court RH16 1DB | - not rated | 849 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| My Choice School - Oak House 8 The Green , St. Leonards TN38 0SY | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital Chalkhill , Princess Royal Hospital Site RH16 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 2,432 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Sussex Alternative Provision College Cuckfield Road , RH15 8RE | 3out of 4 | 4,449 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Walstead School East Mascalls Lane , Lindfield RH16 2QL | - not rated | 4,786 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miller And Carter | Miller And Carter Haywards Heath, 2 Butlers Green Road | 555 yd | |
| Haywards Heath And Beech Hurst Bowls Club | Haywards Heath And Beech Hurst Bowls Club, Club House | 564 yd | |
| 4sight Yews Lunch Club | West Sussex County Council, The Yews | 690 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Company | Starbucks Coffee Company, Sainsbury's | 759 yd | |
| Baxter Storey At Flowserve | Flowserve, Burrell Road | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beech Hurst Harvester | Harvester Restaurant, Beech Hurst Gardens | 564 yd | |
| The Lockhart Tavern | Lockhart Tavern, 41 The Broadway | 838 yd | |
| Haywards Heath Cricket Club | Haywards Heath Cricket Club, The Pavilion | 872 yd | |
| The Star | The Star, 1 The Broadway | 875 yd | |
| Savannah | Savannah, 44 - 46 The Broadway | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine Baps | Fine Baps, 55 The Broadway | 839 yd | |
| Mister Chippy | Mr Chippy, 30 The Broadway | 883 yd | |
| Ephesus | Ephesus, 24 The Broadway | 885 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, 16 The Broadway | 893 yd | |
| Kashmir Balti | Kashmir Balti, 6 Park Parade | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Bannister Way | 759 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners | Waitrose, 6 Clair Road | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Dolphin DOLPHIN LEISURE CENTRE DOLPHIN LEISURE CENTRE PASTURE HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 456 yd |
| Beech Hurst Gardens BEECHHURST GARDENS BEECHHURST GARDENS BUTLERS GREEN ROAD | tennis courts | 582 yd |
| Central Sussex College (Haywards Heath Campus) (Closed) CENTRAL SUSSEX COLLEGE CENTRAL SUSSEX COLLEGE HARLANDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 719 yd |
| Harlands Primary School PENLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 970 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 | 37.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.38 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.