RH5 6LQ is in Holmbury St Mary, Dorking and Mole Valley district. RH5 6LQ is located in the Mickleham, Westcott & Okewood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6LQ 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. However, the area surrounding RH5 6LQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 48.5% | 53.4% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 51.5% | 46.6% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 6LQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 20.9% | 26% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 60.6% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 7.8% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 4.5% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 (92.5%) 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 | 63.5% | 60.9% | -2.6% | 48.4% | 12.5% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 31.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 6.6% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 6LQ this area, 4.9% 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 57.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 4.9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.2% | 3.7% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -5.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 14.6% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 2.6% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 16.5% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.8% | 57.7% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 23.9% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 93.5% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 91.7% | 89% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 89% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.6% | 13.5% | -9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.4% | 37.2% | -5.8% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around RH5 6LQ was 57.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% higher than the Capel, Leigh, Newdigate & Charlwood average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
RH5 6LQ has the 5th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Capel, Leigh, Newdigate & Charlwood and the 85th highest crime rate of 251 local areas in Mole Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Coppers, Dorking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £770,000 | 2024-09-12 | £773,102 |
| Pasturewood House, Dorking, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £2,750,000 | 2021-06-09 | £2,770,115 |
| Pasturewood Stables Beatrice Webb House, Dorking, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £1,180,000 | 2019-03-08 | £1,231,082 |
| The Old Barn, Dorking, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £2,335,000 | 2017-02-22 | £2,369,411 |
| Gable Hall, Dorking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2014-03-24 | £866,957 |
RH5 6LQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 6LQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peaslake Free School Colmans Hill , Peaslake GU5 9ST | 3out of 4 | 3,106 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Hills All Saints Primary School School Lane , RH4 3QF | 1out of 4 | 5,343 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewhurst CofE Aided Infant School The Street , GU6 7PX | 4out of 4 | 5,356 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont School Feldemore , Holmbury St Mary RH5 6LQ | - not rated | 136 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurtwood House School Holmbury St Mary , RH5 6NU | - not rated | 2,747 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke of Kent School Peaslake Road , Ewhurst GU6 7NS | - not rated | 3,682 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Head / The Kings Head Shop | The Kings Head Holmbury Hill Road | 898 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | The Royal Oak Felday Glade | 1,041 yd | |
| Felday Brewery | Microbrewery, The Royal Oak Felday Glade | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Belmont School BELMONT SCHOOL BELMONT SCHOOL PASTURE WOOD ROAD | swimming pool, tennis courts | 288 yd |
| Holmbury Hill | grass pitches | 989 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 | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 63.6% |
| 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 36.4% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 208.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.