The Way is in Reigate and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH2 0LD is located in the Redhill West & Wray Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Way, Reigate, RH2 0LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH2 0LB, RH2 0LA, RH2 0JT, RH2 0LE, RH2 0ND, RH2 0UH, RH2 0NB, RH2 0LR, RH2 0LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH2 0LD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 49.8% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.5% | 50.2% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of RH2 0LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23.4% | 24% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 54.3% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 9% | 9.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 10.9% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 54.2% | 53.5% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 29.6% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 12% | 12% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around RH2 0LD this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 55.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 9% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 13.2% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 12.6% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.5% | 55.9% | 7.4% | 33.8% | 22.1% |
| Other | 6% | 2.2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.7% | 91.7% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
In this area, 88.2% 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 | 94% | 88.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 88.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 1.1% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 15.1% | 6.0% | 9.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Way was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.7% lower than the Chipstead, Kingswood & Woodmansterne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Way has the 14th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Chipstead, Kingswood & Woodmansterne and the 165th lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amberley Cottage The Way, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,585,000 | 2022-07-15 | £2,666,604 |
| Glengariff The Way, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,140,000 | 2020-11-05 | £2,351,215 |
| Almondwood The Way, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,054,700 | 2015-10-15 | £2,661,651 |
| Glengariff The Way, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,545,000 | 2013-05-17 | £2,639,266 |
| Firle The Way, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,420,000 | 2012-08-16 | £2,454,710 |
RH2 0LD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
RH2 0LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Other | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 26 |
| Education | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wray Common Primary School Kendal Close , RH2 0LR | 3out of 4 | 308 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hatchlands Primary Hatchlands Road , RH1 6AT | - not rated | 652 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Redhill Linkfield Lane , RH1 1DU | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Parish Church Primary School Blackborough Road , RH2 7DB | 4out of 4 | 992 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Linkfield Lane , RH1 1JF | 1out of 4 | 1,228 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's School Carlton Road , RH1 2LQ | 4out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrington School Noke Drive , RH1 4AD | 2out of 4 | 1,964 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merstham Park School Taynton Drive , RH1 3PU | - not rated | 3,846 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate College Castlefield Road , RH2 0SD | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Surrey College Gatton Point , London Road RH1 2JX | - not rated | 2,253 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Alexandra and Albert School Gatton Park , RH2 0TD | 3out of 4 | 2,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklands School - Split Site 27 Wray Park Road , RH2 0DF | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Grammar School Reigate Road , RH2 0QS | - not rated | 887 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunottar School High Trees Road , RH2 7EL | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Micklefield School 10 Somers Road , RH2 9DU | - not rated | 1,495 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrywood House Independent Special School The Old Pheasantry , Merrywood Grove KT20 7HF | - not rated | 3,315 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapters Cafe At Donyngs Recreation Centre | Linkfield Lane, Redhill | 594 yd | |
| Peach Blossom | 11 Hatchlands Road, Redhill | 652 yd | |
| Deli On The Hill | 53 Linkfield Street, Redhill | 961 yd | |
| Compass Contract Services (UK) Ltd At Willis Towers Watson | Towers Wyatt, Westgate | 1,022 yd | |
| Blue Apple Contract Catering At Axa Assistance | The Quadrangle, 106 - 118 Station Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lion Thai Restaurant @ The Red Lion | 48 Linkfield Lane, Redhill | 594 yd | |
| Pilgrim Brewery At The Hatch | The Hatch Public House, 44 Hatchlands Road | 620 yd | |
| South Coast Pub Co At The Roe Deer | 50 Croydon Road, Reigate | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Forte@The Hatch | The Hatch Public House, 44 Hatchlands Road | 620 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 10 Linkfield Corner, Redhill | 651 yd | |
| Deep Blue Restaurants Ltd | 2 Linkfield Corner, Redhill | 651 yd | |
| Chilli Hut | 5 Timperley Court, Timperley Gardens | 904 yd | |
| Chillis / SoBe Burger / Patty Guy | 5 Timperley Court, Timperley Gardens | 904 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wray Common Primary School KENDAL CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 220 yd |
| Donyngs Indoor Bowls Club LINKFIELD LANE | indoor bowls | 457 yd |
| Donyngs Leisure Centre LINKFIELD LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 637 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School LINKFIELD LANE | artificial grass pitch | 696 yd |
| Brooklands School WRAY PARK ROAD | swimming pool | 883 yd |
| Reigate Grammar School REIGATE ROAD | swimming pool, tennis courts | 983 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 | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 71.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.69 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.