Spook Hill is in North Holmwood, Dorking and in Mole Valley district. RH5 4JJ is located in the Holmwoods & Beare Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spook Hill, North Holmwood, Dorking, RH5 4JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH5 4JL, RH5 4JP, RH5 4JN, RH5 4HQ, RH5 4HL, RH5 4JW, RH5 4JD, RH5 4JB, RH5 4HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding RH5 4JJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.6% of residents 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 | 55.2% | 53.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 2.6% |
| Male | 44.8% | 46.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -2.6% |
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 RH5 4JJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 17.9% | 19.8% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -18.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 53.9% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 9.4% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 18.2% | 14.6% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
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 | 44.3% | 42.8% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 31.1% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 14.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 9.5% | -2.8% | 4.0% | 5.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
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 44%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 14.9% | -12.1% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 14.6% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.5% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 9.7% | -1.3% | 16.9% | -7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 44% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 10.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.1% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 96.2% | 94.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 94.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 1.9% | -3.0% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.6% | 76.7% | -0.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.8% | 37.2% | 4.6% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spook Hill was 50.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.8% lower than the Dorking South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spook Hill has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dorking South and the 102nd highest crime rate of 251 local areas in Mole Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Chartwell Lodge Spook Hill, Dorking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-01-10 | £356,479 |
| Flat 8 Chartwell Lodge Spook Hill, Dorking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-03-27 | £283,833 |
| Flat 1 Chartwell Lodge Spook Hill, Dorking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-07-19 | £319,912 |
| Flat 8 Chartwell Lodge Spook Hill, Dorking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2017-08-04 | £273,475 |
| Flat 4 Chartwell Lodge Spook Hill, Dorking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2012-12-14 | £265,065 |
RH5 4JJ 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.
RH5 4JJ 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 RH5 4JJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Full-Time Employee | 88 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorking Nursery School West Street , RH4 1BY | 4out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Church of England Primary School Goodwyns Road , RH4 2LR | 3out of 4 | 539 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Powell Corderoy Primary School Longfield Road , RH4 3DF | 3out of 4 | 1,850 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (Aided) Primary School St Paul's Road West , RH4 2HS | 4out of 4 | 1,853 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Norfolk Road , RH4 3JA | 3out of 4 | 1,958 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School School Lane , RH4 3QF | 1out of 4 | 2,631 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Priory CofE Voluntary Aided School West Bank , RH4 3DG | 3out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashcombe School Ashcombe Road , RH4 1LY | 3out of 4 | 3,124 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Holmwood Sports Club | North Holmwood Cricket Club, Inholms Lane | 492 yd | |
| Red Chilli Restaurant | Red Chilli, Horsham Road | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John C Of E Primary School GOODWYNS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 469 yd |
| King George V Playing Field North Holmwood GOODWYNS ROAD | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Dorking Lawn Tennis And Squash Club ROMAN ROAD | squash courts, tennis courts | 1,085 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.