Kilnbarn Way is in Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH16 4SD is located in the Haywards Heath Ashenground electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Sussex. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, RH16 4SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH16 4JU, RH16 4JZ, RH16 4WR, RH16 4SE, RH16 4JA, RH16 4XA, RH16 4JX, RH16 4NT, RH16 4RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH16 4SD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 51.6% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 53% | 48.4% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 39.3% | 41.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 39.6% | -6.0% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.5% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 | 50.3% | 46.3% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 34.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 11.3% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 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 | 10% | 14.7% | 4.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23% | 9.4% | -13.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 15.1% | -5.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 20.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 33.1% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -0.7% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% 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% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 90.9% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 87.2% 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 | 93.1% | 87.2% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 87.2% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 4.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 9.4% | 8.7% | 9.8% | -0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0.3% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kilnbarn Way was 50.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.0% higher than the Burgess Hill Dunstall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kilnbarn Way has the 18th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Burgess Hill Dunstall and the 174th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-12-12 | £348,267 |
| 7 Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £336,000 | 2024-04-29 | £356,672 |
| 8 Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-03-27 | £377,662 |
| 1 Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-08-22 | £363,139 |
| 2 Kilnbarn Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2014-11-27 | £138,487 |
RH16 4SD 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Other | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolnore Village Primary School Updown Hill , Bolnore Village RH16 4GD | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Hazelgrove Road , RH16 3PQ | - not rated | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School, Haywards Heath Eastern Road , RH16 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warden Park Primary Academy New England Road , RH16 3JR | 3out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Northlands Wood Primary Academy Beech Hill , RH16 3RX | 3out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,664 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oathall Community College Appledore Gardens , Lindfield RH16 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,696 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic College Jane Murray Way , RH15 8GA | 4out of 4 | 4,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Burgess Hill Academy Station Road , RH15 9EA | 3out of 4 | 4,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital Chalkhill , Princess Royal Hospital Site RH16 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Education Ltd , 1-3 Barclay Court RH16 1DB | - not rated | 2,098 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 | 2,577 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Sussex Alternative Provision College Cuckfield Road , RH15 8RE | 3out of 4 | 3,162 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burgess Hill Girls Keymer Road , RH15 0EG | - not rated | 4,523 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrews Club | GROUND FLOOR, ALEC WIZARD HOUSE, 12 OLD PYE STREET | 298 yd | |
| Ashenground Cafe | Ashenground Community Centre, Southdown Close | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox And Hounds | Fox And Hounds, Fox Hill | 990 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | The Co-operative Food, 22 - 28 Middle Village | 704 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | Sainsburys Local, 25 Wivelsfield Road | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Woodside MIDDLE VILLAGE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 632 yd |
| Princess Royal Swimming Pool / St Francis Sports Ground ROYAL COURT ROYAL COURT HAWKINS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,046 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 | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.