The Orchard is in North Holmwood, Dorking and in Mole Valley district. RH5 4JT 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 The Orchard, North Holmwood, Dorking, RH5 4JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH5 4JG, RH5 4JS, RH5 4JH, RH5 4JQ, RH5 4JA, RH5 4TA, RH5 4HZ, RH5 4TB, RH5 4JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around RH5 4JT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.4% | 51.7% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 51.6% | 48.3% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 26.8% | 36.7% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 46.8% | -10.9% | 44.2% | 2.6% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 2% | 4.6% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.6%) 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 | 50.6% | 46.6% | -4.0% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 41% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 7.4% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 12.4% | 4.9% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 RH5 4JT this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.3% | 9.3% | 2.0% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.8% | 11% | -11.8% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 25.6% | 16.9% | -8.7% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 19.5% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 36% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 95.9% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 95.8% | 93.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 93.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.5% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.4% | 76.7% | 14.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Orchard was 11.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.8% lower than the Dorking South average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Orchard has the lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Dorking South and the 20th lowest crime rate of 251 local areas in Mole Valley .
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 -78.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 The Orchard, Dorking, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2025-10-10 | £640,000 |
| 15 The Orchard, Dorking, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2024-11-28 | £621,755 |
| 52 The Orchard, Dorking, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2024-08-12 | £671,377 |
| 22 The Orchard, Dorking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £452,000 | 2022-10-31 | £437,944 |
| 17 The Orchard, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £602,000 | 2022-01-14 | £631,286 |
RH5 4JT 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorking Nursery School West Street , RH4 1BY | 4out of 4 | 2,448 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 | 559 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's CofE (Aided) Primary School St Paul's Road West , RH4 2HS | 4out of 4 | 1,966 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Powell Corderoy Primary School Longfield Road , RH4 3DF | 3out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Norfolk Road , RH4 3JA | 3out of 4 | 2,175 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School School Lane , RH4 3QF | 1out of 4 | 2,997 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 | 2,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Ashcombe School Ashcombe Road , RH4 1LY | 3out of 4 | 3,250 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 | 149 yd | |
| Red Chilli Restaurant | Red Chilli, Horsham Road | 827 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John C Of E Primary School GOODWYNS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 588 yd |
| King George V Playing Field North Holmwood GOODWYNS ROAD | grass pitches | 662 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 | 56.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 154.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.