Smalls Hill Road is in Leigh, Reigate and in Mole Valley district. RH2 8QB is located in the Capel, Leigh, Newdigate & Charlwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Smalls Hill Road, Leigh, Reigate, RH2 8QB 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. The area surrounding RH2 8QB 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 | 50.1% | 49.8% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.9% | 50.2% | 0.3% | 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 8QB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.1% 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 | 23.6% | 18.1% | -5.5% | 37.9% | -19.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 67.1% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 22.9% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 5.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 4% | 8% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 58.9% | 58.1% | -0.8% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 32.1% | 3.2% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 8.4% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around RH2 8QB this area, 9.6% 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 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.5% | 9.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 4.8% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.9% | 14.8% | -8.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17.6% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.9% | 46.8% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 1.6% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.1% | 97% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 90.4% | 85.9% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.7% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 3.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 85.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 9.1% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 1.3% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.5% | 76.7% | 13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 2.7% | 13.5% | -10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.1% | 37.2% | -5.1% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Smalls Hill Road was 35.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.2% lower than the Langley Green & Tushmore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Smalls Hill Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Langley Green & Tushmore and the 87th lowest crime rate of 368 local areas in Crawley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smalls Hill Farm Smalls Hill Road, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £880,000 | 2019-12-19 | £1,025,962 |
| Hillcrest Smalls Hill Road, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £665,000 | 2008-02-14 | £1,060,938 |
| South Lodge Smalls Hill Road, Reigate, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 1997-12-05 | £1,023,207 |
RH2 8QB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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 8QB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RH2 8QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandcross Primary School Sandcross Lane , RH2 8HH | 3out of 4 | 4,324 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westvale Park Primary Academy Cavell Way , Westvale Park RH6 8SU | - not rated | 4,636 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dovers Green School Rushetts Road , RH2 7RF | 4out of 4 | 4,726 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlwood Village Primary School Chapel Road , Charlwood RH6 0DA | 3out of 4 | 4,819 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newdigate CofE Endowed Aided Infant School Village Street , Newdigate RH5 5DJ | 3out of 4 | 4,872 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 5,268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moon Hall School, Reigate Flanchford Road , Leigh RH2 8RE | - not rated | 2,287 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reigate Valley College Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 3,421 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 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.