Lewes Road is in Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath and in Mid Sussex district. RH17 7PL 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 Lewes Road, Scaynes Hill, Haywards Heath, RH17 7PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH17 7PP, RH17 7PQ, RH17 7PW, RH17 7PG, RH17 7PH, RH17 7PU, RH17 7PS, RH17 7PN, RH17 7PA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH17 7PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 50.7% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49.3% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 29.7% | 28.5% | -1.2% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 49.7% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 5.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.9% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.8% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 7.7% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.7%) 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 | 46.6% | 57.4% | 10.8% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 29.3% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 3.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.5% | 11.9% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 16.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 5.4% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 21.5% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.8% | 34.9% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.6% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 96.1% | 93.9% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 94.9% | 90.3% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 4.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 90.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 1.3% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lewes Road was 20.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.8% lower than the Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lewes Road has the 20th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Ardingly, Balcombe & Turners Hill and the 105th lowest crime rate of 454 local areas in Mid Sussex .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 42.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhouse Eaves Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2025-08-08 | £518,063 |
| 2 Woodside Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2025-05-27 | £510,437 |
| 2 Downs View Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-05-17 | £412,650 |
| 1 Woodside Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-10-07 | £507,069 |
| 4 Downs View Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £386,000 | 2022-02-11 | £425,777 |
RH17 7PL 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's CofE Primary School Vicarage Lane , Scaynes Hill RH17 7PB | 3out of 4 | 375 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northlands Wood Primary Academy Beech Hill , RH16 3RX | 3out of 4 | 1,790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's CofE Primary School, Haywards Heath Eastern Road , RH16 3NL | 3out of 4 | 2,770 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackthorns Community Primary Academy 3 Blackthorns Close , Lindfield RH16 2UA | 4out of 4 | 3,006 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lindfield Primary Academy School Lane , Lindfield RH16 2DX | 3out of 4 | 3,007 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 | 3,195 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Walstead School East Mascalls Lane , Lindfield RH16 2QL | - not rated | 1,712 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chalkhill Education Centre, Chalkhill Hospital Chalkhill , Princess Royal Hospital Site RH16 4NQ | 4out of 4 | 2,846 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chailey Heritage School Haywards Heath Road , North Chailey BN8 4EF | 4out of 4 | 3,206 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| My Choice School - Oak House 8 The Green , St. Leonards TN38 0SY | - not rated | 4,045 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Central Education Ltd , 1-3 Barclay Court RH16 1DB | - not rated | 4,065 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Coffee Shop | Church Of St Augustine Of Canterbury, Church Road | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmers | The Farmers, Lewes Road | 278 yd | |
| Scaynes Hill Village Club | Scaynes Hill Village Club, Church Road | 484 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scaynes Hill Recreation Ground COSTELLS EDGE | grass pitches | 155 yd |
| Awbrook Ground | grass pitches | 337 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.