Sandcross Lane is in Reigate and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH2 8EL is located in the South Park & Woodhatch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Reigate. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandcross Lane, Reigate, RH2 8EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH2 8EJ, RH2 8EQ, RH2 8EU, RH2 8DX, RH2 8DY, RH2 8DU, RH2 8EY, RH2 8EH, RH2 8EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH2 8EL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 55.8% | 56.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 44.2% | 43.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 25.1% | 28.3% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.7% | 48.9% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 12.5% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 14.2% | 7.1% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 45.9% | 51.1% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.1% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 11.3% | -3.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 19.7% | 15.4% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 15.4% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 15.9% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 34.6% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.7% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 91.3% | 93.7% | 2.4% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 92.2% | 90.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 91.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.8% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0.5% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandcross Lane was 4.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.0% lower than the Horley East & Salfords average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Sandcross Lane has the lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Horley East & Salfords and the 8th lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sandcross Lane, Reigate, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £527,500 | 2023-06-16 | £561,204 |
| 42 Sandcross Lane, Reigate, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2022-12-02 | £495,389 |
| 30 Sandcross Lane, Reigate, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-03-11 | £588,664 |
| 32 Sandcross Lane, Reigate, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2020-02-20 | £730,708 |
| 30 Sandcross Lane, Reigate, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2013-07-25 | £574,080 |
RH2 8EL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RH2 8EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dovers Green School Rushetts Road , RH2 7RF | 4out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandcross Primary School Sandcross Lane , RH2 8HH | 3out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Priory Community Junior School Bell Street , RH2 7RL | 4out of 4 | 1,788 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Parish Church Primary School Blackborough Road , RH2 7DB | 4out of 4 | 1,993 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Primary School Pendleton Road , RH1 6QG | 3out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate School Pendleton Road , RH2 7NT | 4out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrington School Noke Drive , RH1 4AD | 2out of 4 | 4,211 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's School Carlton Road , RH1 2LQ | 4out of 4 | 4,217 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate College Castlefield Road , RH2 0SD | - not rated | 2,271 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Surrey College Gatton Point , London Road RH1 2JX | - not rated | 5,089 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 | 5,441 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reigate Valley College Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 1,757 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunottar School High Trees Road , RH2 7EL | - not rated | 1,975 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Grammar School Reigate Road , RH2 0QS | - not rated | 2,098 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moon Hall School, Reigate Flanchford Road , Leigh RH2 8RE | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornfield School 53 Hanworth Road , RH1 5HS | - not rated | 2,483 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodhatch Cafe | 4 Dovers Green Road, Reigate | 446 yd | |
| New Leaf Coffee/Retail Shop | 5 Prices Lane, Reigate | 447 yd | |
| New Monsoon Indian Restaurant | 2 Western Parade, Reigate | 498 yd | |
| Woodhatch Charcoal Grill | 8 Trehaven Parade, Reigate | 661 yd | |
| The Woodhatch Centre | Woodhatch Community Centre, Whitebeam Drive | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beehive | 90 Dovers Green Road, Reigate | 193 yd | |
| South Park Constitutional Club | 28-30 Smith Road, Reigate | 832 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dovers Green Fish Bar | 6 Dovers Green Road, Reigate | 446 yd | |
| Selecta UK Ltd, Woodhatch Place | Surrey County Council, Woodhatch Place | 948 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 11 - 12 Western Parade, Reigate | 498 yd | |
| Co-op | 3 - 4 Trehaven Parade, Reigate | 661 yd | |
| Co-op | 40 Allingham Road, Reigate | 673 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chart Wood School Reigate ALEXANDER ROAD | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Reigate Grammar School Playing Pitches HARTSWOOD PAVILION HARTSWOOD PAVILION DOVERS GREEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Sandcross School SANDCROSS LANE | grass pitches | 901 yd |
| Reigate School PENDLETON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 907 yd |
| South Park Sports Field Whitehall Lane | grass pitches | 977 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 | 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 | 57 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 148.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.