Hamsland is in Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH17 7DS is located in the Lindfield Rural & High Weald electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mid Sussex. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hamsland, Horsted Keynes, Haywards Heath, RH17 7DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH17 7DX, RH17 7DT, RH17 7DU, RH17 7DR, RH17 7DP, RH17 7EF, RH17 7DZ, RH17 7EJ, RH17 7AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH17 7DS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% 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 | 52.9% | 55.6% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 47.1% | 44.4% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 24.5% | 31% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 41.6% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 15.2% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 9.1% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 44% | 33.9% | -10.1% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 39.7% | 5.7% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6.7% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.4% | 25.3% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 16.2% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.2% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.2% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 20.2% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.3% | 94.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.6% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 95.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.7% | 13.5% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hamsland was 104.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 168.0% higher than the Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Hamsland has the 10th highest crime rate of 82 local areas in Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill and the 68th highest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 43.6%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Hamsland, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2016-09-28 | £347,182 |
| 45 Hamsland, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £270,500 | 2016-01-11 | £350,777 |
| 37 Hamsland, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Terraced, an established residential building | £239,950 | 2014-09-19 | £339,648 |
| 21 Hamsland, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2013-11-25 | £402,274 |
| 27 Hamsland, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2008-11-18 | £417,974 |
RH17 7DS 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 | 62 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Giles CofE Primary School Church Lane , Horsted Keynes RH17 7AY | 3out of 4 | 784 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Danehill Church of England Primary School School Lane , Danehill RH17 7JB | 3out of 4 | 2,782 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Holmans , Street Lane RH17 6UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,589 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindfield Primary Academy School Lane , Lindfield RH16 2DX | 3out of 4 | 5,061 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's CofE Primary School Vicarage Lane , Scaynes Hill RH17 7PB | 3out of 4 | 5,171 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumnor House School London Road , Danehill RH17 7HT | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Walstead School East Mascalls Lane , Lindfield RH16 2QL | - not rated | 3,799 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ardingly College College Road , Haywards Heath RH17 6SQ | - not rated | 4,812 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horsted Club | Horsted Club, Chapel Lane | 332 yd | |
| Green Man Inn | Green Man Inn, The Green | 434 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Constance Wood Recreation Ground (Closed) | grass pitches | 123 yd |
| Horsted Keynes Recreation Ground Chapel Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 325 yd |
| Horsted Keynes Cricket Club 2 PROSPECT COTTAGES 2 PROSPECT COTTAGES CHAPEL LANE | grass pitches | 382 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 | 46.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.