Oathall Road is in Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH16 3DZ is located in the Haywards Heath Bentswood & Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Sussex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, RH16 3DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH16 3UE, RH16 3EB, RH16 3ED, RH16 3UF, RH16 3EA, RH16 3PA, RH16 3AY, RH16 3DY, RH16 3UT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH16 3DZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.1% 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 | 61.4% | 53.1% | -8.3% | 51.0% | 2.1% |
| Male | 38.6% | 46.9% | 8.3% | 49.0% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 37.1% | 29.8% | -7.3% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.3% | 28.7% | 1.4% | 44.2% | -15.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 4.7% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 12.9% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 25.8% | 24% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 17.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.7% | 33.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 39.1% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 16.1% | -5.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 6.3% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 4.7% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 3.5% |
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 | 26.3% | 20.8% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.7% | 9.2% | 3.5% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 11% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 11% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.6% | 36.4% | 0.8% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 7.7% | 5.8% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 13.8% | 6.2% | -7.6% | 3.1% | 3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 79.5% | 83.4% | 3.9% | 81.4% | 2.0% |
| Arab | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 78.6% 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 | 79% | 78.6% | -0.4% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 6.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 3.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 11% | 8.9% | -2.1% | 5.6% | 3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.1% | 78.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | -4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 12% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.7% | 3.6% | -3.1% | 2.9% | 0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.2% | 3.6% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 2.1% | -5.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.8% | 76.7% | -10.9% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 57.3% | 46.2% | 11.1% |
| Hindu | 3.6% | 1.7% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oathall Road was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.6% lower than the Haywards Heath Ashenground average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Oathall Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Haywards Heath Ashenground and the 176th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Fairlawn Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-02-21 | £263,699 |
| 6 Fairlawn Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-04-05 | £233,178 |
| 9 Fairlawn Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2022-11-11 | £234,142 |
| 12 Fairlawn Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2018-12-03 | £261,460 |
| 14 Fairlawn Oathall Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2017-03-13 | £250,614 |
RH16 3DZ 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 retired residents living in RH16 3DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 51% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hazelgrove Road , RH16 3PQ | - not rated | 381 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Park Primary Academy New England Road , RH16 3JR | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School, Haywards Heath Eastern Road , RH16 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harlands Primary School Penland Road , RH16 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackthorns Community Primary Academy 3 Blackthorns Close , Lindfield RH16 2UA | 4out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oathall Community College Appledore Gardens , Lindfield RH16 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,119 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Park School Broad Street , Cuckfield RH17 5DP | 3out of 4 | 2,360 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 575 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 | 968 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 | 1,321 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Walstead School East Mascalls Lane , Lindfield RH16 2QL | - not rated | 3,778 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Sussex Alternative Provision College Cuckfield Road , RH15 8RE | 3out of 4 | 4,642 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Tree | The Bay Tree, Unit 28 | 239 yd | |
| Phoenix Club | Centenary Hall, St Wilfrids Way | 240 yd | |
| Ali's Kebab | Alis Kebab, 124 South Road | 265 yd | |
| Francisco Lounge | Francisco Lounge, 90 - 92 South Road | 286 yd | |
| Haywards Heath KFC | KFC, 121 - 123 South Road | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah | Savannah, 44 - 46 The Broadway | 328 yd | |
| Bar 42 | Bedlam Tap, 42 The Broadway | 328 yd | |
| The Lockhart Tavern | Lockhart Tavern, 41 The Broadway | 374 yd | |
| The Star | The Star, 1 The Broadway | 394 yd | |
| Haywards Heath Cricket Club | Haywards Heath Cricket Club, The Pavilion | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mister Chippy | Mr Chippy, 30 The Broadway | 329 yd | |
| Panda Town | Panda Town, 5 Park Parade | 331 yd | |
| Ephesus | Ephesus, 24 The Broadway | 333 yd | |
| Kashmir Balti | Kashmir Balti, 6 Park Parade | 334 yd | |
| Papa Johns | Papa Johns, 16 The Broadway | 337 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Marks And Spencer, Unit LSU1 | 266 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco Express, Unit D | 305 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland, 2 Haywards Road | 429 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners | Waitrose, 6 Clair Road | 706 yd | |
| The Co-Operative | The Co-Operative, 104 Franklynn Road | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warden Park Primary Academy New England Road | grass pitches | 263 yd |
| St. Josephs Catholic Primary School HAZELGROVE ROAD | grass pitches | 274 yd |
| Switch Gym UNIT G UNIT G THE ORCHARDS | health and fitness suite | 307 yd |
| Curves (Haywards Heath) 71A 71A SOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 387 yd |
| Victoria Park - Haywards Heath 119-127 119-127 SOUTH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 417 yd |
| Haywards Heath Recreation Ground SYDNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 618 yd |
| St. Wilfrids C Of E Primary School EASTERN ROAD | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| The Dolphin DOLPHIN LEISURE CENTRE DOLPHIN LEISURE CENTRE PASTURE HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 996 yd |
| Sawyers Squash & Health Club (Closed) Boston Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,029 yd |
| Beech Hurst Gardens BEECHHURST GARDENS BEECHHURST GARDENS BUTLERS GREEN ROAD | tennis courts | 1,036 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.