Grove Lane is in West Chiltington, Pulborough and in Horsham district. RH20 2RD is located in the West Chiltington, Thakeham & Ashington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Arundel and South Downs. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grove Lane, West Chiltington, Pulborough, RH20 2RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH20 2RQ, RH20 2RT, RH20 2RF, RH20 2RH, RH20 2RE, RH20 2RN, RH20 2RB, RH20 2RG, RH20 2RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH20 2RD has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 52% | 49.3% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48% | 50.7% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 RH20 2RD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 74.6% 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 | 12.3% | 12.1% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -25.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 73% | 74.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 30.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 6.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 6.9% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 48.7% | 48.7% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 36% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 11.6% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 RH20 2RD this area, 8.7% 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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.1% | 8.7% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 13.8% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 15.8% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 45.5% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.8% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 93.9% | 93.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 1.4% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.5% | 76.7% | 20.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 1.8% | 13.5% | -11.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 65.7% | 46.2% | 19.5% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Lane was 46.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.2% lower than the Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Lane has the 7th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Pulborough, Coldwaltham & Amberley and the 155th highest crime rate of 422 local areas in Horsham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.0%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenhill Grove Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,110,000 | 2022-12-05 | £1,141,111 |
| Picketty House Grove Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,140,000 | 2021-10-29 | £1,246,837 |
| Grove House Grove Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £2,200,000 | 2021-09-29 | £2,485,589 |
| Quilters Place Grove Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex Detached, an established residential building | £1,682,000 | 2020-10-16 | £1,945,286 |
| White Oaks Grove Lane, Pulborough, West Sussex Other, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-02-19 | £446,220 |
RH20 2RD 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in RH20 2RD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 146 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Chiltington Community Primary School East Street , West Chiltington RH20 2JY | 3out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thakeham Primary School Rock Road , Storrington RH20 3AA | 3out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Storrington Primary School Spierbridge Road , Storrington RH20 4PG | 4out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashington CofE Primary School Foster Lane , Ashington RH20 3PG | 3out of 4 | 4,285 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Link Lane , RH20 2AN | 2out of 4 | 4,678 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Five Bells | The Five Bells, The Five Bells | 575 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 | 26.7% |
| 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 | 66.7% |
| Median download speed | 23 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 39.84 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.61 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.