Woodhouse Lane is in Holmbury St Mary, Dorking and in Guildford district. RH5 6NN is located in the Tillingbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodhouse Lane, Holmbury St Mary, Dorking, RH5 6NN 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 6NN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 49.9% | 52% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 50.1% | 48% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
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 6NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 21.9% | 20.9% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 60% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.7% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 9.8% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 57.7% | 49.9% | -7.8% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 14.3% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 6NN this area, 5.6% 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 53.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 3.1% | -8.2% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 16.7% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 13.9% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.6% | 53.9% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 20.1% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.7% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 90.7% | 90.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 90.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 7.4% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.8% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.6% | 76.7% | 10.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodhouse Lane was 35.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.1% lower than the Tillingbourne average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Woodhouse Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Tillingbourne and the 169th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgmont Woodhouse Lane, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,850,000 | 2024-01-11 | £2,954,232 |
| Dowgill Woodhouse Lane, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,560,000 | 2023-07-19 | £1,492,305 |
| Hilltop Woodhouse Lane, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,900,000 | 2023-03-27 | £1,875,423 |
| Sherwood Woodhouse Lane, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,287,000 | 2022-04-04 | £1,306,759 |
| Dale Cottage Woodhouse Lane, Dorking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,350,000 | 2021-06-30 | £1,483,056 |
RH5 6NN 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.
RH5 6NN 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 6NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 59 |
| Looking after home or family | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abinger Common First School Abinger Lane , Abinger Common RH5 6HZ | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peaslake CofE First School Colmans Hill , Peaslake GU5 9ST | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Peaslake Free School Colmans Hill , Peaslake GU5 9ST | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shere CofE Aided Infant School Gomshall Lane , Shere GU5 9HB | - not rated | 4,032 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peaslake School Colmans Hill , Peaslake GU5 9ST | - not rated | 1,556 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leith Hill School Pasture Wood Road , RH5 6LQ | - not rated | 1,740 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Feldemore , Holmbury St Mary RH5 6LQ | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moon Hall School for Dyslexic Children Holmbury St Mary , RH5 6LQ | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abinger Hammer Village School Hackhurst Lane , Abinger Hammer RH5 6SE | - not rated | 2,224 yd | Other independent school | No | 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 | 14.3% |
| 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 | 85.7% |
| Median download speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 29.49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 29.49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 3.09 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.