London Road is in Handcross, Haywards Heath and in Horsham district. RH17 6EZ is located in the Handcross & Pease Pottage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Horsham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about London Road, Handcross, Haywards Heath, RH17 6EZ 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 RH17 6EZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% 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 | 49.5% | 54% | 4.5% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 50.5% | 46% | -4.5% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 21.3% | 36.3% | 15.0% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 47.4% | -21.9% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 9.3% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 4% | 6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 46.4% | 50% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 42.9% | 35.5% | -7.4% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 11.8% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 8% | 10.2% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 4.2% | -9.8% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17.2% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 20% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.3% | 42.3% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 99% | 93.1% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 92.3% | 86.5% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 86.2% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 3.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 3.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.9% | 37.2% | 9.7% |
| Christian | 46.2% | 46.2% | 0.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 101.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 159.8% higher than the Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill and the 73rd highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 77.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clockhouse London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2019-08-30 | £829,321 |
| 8 The Hyde Granary London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2018-06-20 | £1,190,419 |
| The Coach House The Hyde London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2006-05-19 | £851,559 |
| The Coach House The Hyde London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2006-01-06 | £704,150 |
| The Hyde London Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,000,000 | 2004-03-26 | £2,081,800 |
RH17 6EZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
RH17 6EZ 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handcross Primary School London Road , Handcross RH17 6HB | 3out of 4 | 1,899 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colgate Primary School Blackhouse Road , Colgate RH13 6HS | 3out of 4 | 3,128 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodgate Primary School 41 Bellevue Farm Road , Pease Pottage RH11 9GT | 3out of 4 | 3,587 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Lower Beeding Church Close , Lower Beeding RH13 6NS | 3out of 4 | 4,054 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Mark's CofE Primary School Brantridge Lane , Staplefield RH17 6EN | 3out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Handcross Park School London Road , Handcross RH17 6HF | - not rated | 2,235 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottesmore School Buchan Hill , Pease Pottage RH11 9AU | - not rated | 3,657 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brantridge School Staplefield Place , Staplefield RH17 6EQ | 2out of 4 | 3,783 yd | Academy special converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Atelier21 Future School Broadfield Park , Brighton Road RH11 9RZ | - not rated | 5,139 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | 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 | 107.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 259.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 33.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.