Jobes is in Balcombe, Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH17 6AF is located in the Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Jobes, Balcombe, Haywards Heath, RH17 6AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH17 6HZ, RH17 6JA, RH17 6JF, RH17 6EY, RH17 6HX, RH17 6HU, RH17 6JQ, RH17 6JG, RH17 6LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH17 6AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 54.6% | 53.2% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 45.4% | 46.8% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 27.4% | 31.1% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.4% | 42.4% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 13.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 16.5% | 9.7% | -6.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.9% | 45% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 30.5% | -4.0% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 13.9% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 8.9% | 7.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 24.4% | 17.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 12.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 15.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 36.3% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 2% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99% | 98.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 90.4% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.5% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 90.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.8% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Ireland | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.1% | 13.5% | 7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jobes was 76.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.3% higher than the Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jobes has the 15th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill and the 107th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 97 Jobes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2021-09-30 | £279,353 |
| 103 Jobes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £218,500 | 2021-07-15 | £234,756 |
| 65 Jobes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-03-31 | £184,615 |
| 45 Jobes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2021-03-26 | £415,385 |
| 49 Jobes, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2019-11-15 | £343,564 |
RH17 6AF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balcombe CofE Controlled Primary School London Road , Balcombe RH17 6HS | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mark's CofE Primary School Brantridge Lane , Staplefield RH17 6EN | 3out of 4 | 3,877 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Holmans , Street Lane RH17 6UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,983 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handcross Primary School London Road , Handcross RH17 6HB | 3out of 4 | 4,906 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardingly College College Road , Haywards Heath RH17 6SQ | - not rated | 3,801 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brantridge School Staplefield Place , Staplefield RH17 6EQ | 2out of 4 | 4,330 yd | Academy special converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Worth School Paddockhurst Road , Turners Hill RH10 4SD | - not rated | 4,517 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Handcross Park School London Road , Handcross RH17 6HF | - not rated | 4,617 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Philpots Manor School , RH19 4PR | - not rated | 5,282 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balcombe Tea Rooms | Balcombe Tea Rooms, Shop | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Balcombe Club | The Balcombe Club, Victory Hall | 353 yd | |
| Half Moon Inn | Half Moon Inn, Haywards Heath Road | 558 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Balcombe Recreation Ground ASTLEY ASTLEY STOCKCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 239 yd |
| Balcombe C Of E Primary School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Balcombe Cricket Club OLD RECTORY OLD RECTORY MILL LANE | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Balcombe Tennis Club Oldlands Avenue | tennis courts | 628 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 | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 75.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 75.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.