Priory Close is in Horley and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH6 8AX is located in the Horley West & Sidlow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priory Close, Horley, RH6 8AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH6 8AU, RH6 8AR, RH6 8RG, RH6 8RF, RH6 8AT, RH6 8AS, RH6 8AZ, RH6 8AY, RH6 8RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH6 8AX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50.9% | 49.4% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 49.1% | 50.6% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 29.3% | 40.6% | 11.3% | 37.9% | 2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 43.5% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 7.7% | 0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.7% | 56.4% | 11.7% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 28.1% | -10.1% | 33.6% | -5.5% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.2% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 13.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 10.6% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 18.3% | 4.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.4% | 35.9% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 95.3% | 92.6% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 94.5% | 87.5% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 7.1% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 87.3% | -6.9% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.6% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.5% | 37.2% | 6.3% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priory Close was 215.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 163.0% higher than the Horley Central & South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Priory Close has the 6th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Horley Central & South and the 22nd highest crime rate of 446 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 129.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Priory Close, Horley, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2023-02-27 | £677,392 |
| 9 Priory Close, Horley, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2023-01-27 | £430,416 |
| 4 Priory Close, Horley, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,100 | 2022-11-18 | £516,895 |
| 6 Priory Close, Horley, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-09-12 | £589,735 |
| 4 Priory Close, Horley, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2018-01-31 | £483,124 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Lodge Infant and Nursery School Court Lodge Road , RH6 8RG | - not rated | 205 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sangers Junior School Sangers Drive , RH6 8AL | - not rated | 418 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorfield Primary and Nursery School Sangers Drive , RH6 8AL | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Yattendon School Oakwood Road , RH6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yattendon School Oakwood Road , RH6 7BZ | - not rated | 751 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salfords Middle School Copsleigh Avenue , Salfords RH1 5BQ | - not rated | 4,044 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Salfords County Middle School Copsleigh Avenue , Salfords RH1 5BQ | - not rated | 4,044 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Lodge School Court Lodge Road , RH6 8RS | - not rated | 548 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horley School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AB | - not rated | 1,239 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AE | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gatwick School 23 Gatwick Road , RH10 9TP | 3out of 4 | 4,704 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horley Tuition Centre Court Lodge Road , RH6 8AB | - not rated | 766 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bakers Croft School Bolters Road , RH6 8QS | - not rated | 951 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emerald Place Clinic School (EPCS) Emerald Place, Farmfield Drive , RH6 0BN | - not rated | 2,486 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Minerva May School Dovenby Hall , Balcombe Road RH6 9UU | - not rated | 2,715 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidlow Bridge Centre Ironsbottom , Sidlow Bridge RH2 8PP | - not rated | 4,223 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taj Balti House | 169 Victoria Road, Horley | 512 yd | |
| Horley Town FC T/A The Claret And Brew | The New Defence, Anderson Way | 588 yd | |
| Acorn Lodge Gatwick And Sylhet Spice | Acorn Lodge Gatwick, 79 Massetts Road | 883 yd | |
| Golden Fish And Chips | 6 - 7 Consort Way, Horley | 911 yd | |
| Planet Sweet | 82 Victoria Road, Horley | 926 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horley Lawn Tennis Club | Vicarage Lane, Horley | 121 yd | |
| The Bull | Horley Row, Horley | 367 yd | |
| Horley Cricket And Hockey Club | Horley Row, Horley | 393 yd | |
| Horley Bowling Club | Brighton Road, Horley | 408 yd | |
| The Air Balloon | 60 Brighton Road, Horley | 440 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flames Grill | 37 Roffey Close, Horley | 272 yd | |
| Horley Charcoal Grill | 171 Victoria Road, Horley | 512 yd | |
| Horley Fish Bar | 78 Brighton Road, Horley | 522 yd | |
| The New Emperor | 92 Brighton Road, Horley | 522 yd | |
| Chicken World | 84 Brighton Road, Horley | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 73 - 77 Brighton Road, Horley | 487 yd | |
| Little Waitrose Limited | Shell Service Station, 100 Brighton Road | 551 yd | |
| Lidl Uk Ltd | 100 Victoria Road, Horley | 937 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 50-58 Victoria Road, Horley | 1,091 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 26 Victoria Road, Horley | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horley Lawn Tennis Club LAWN TENNIS CLUB LAWN TENNIS CLUB VICARAGE LANE | tennis courts | 199 yd |
| Horley Recreation Ground Brighton Road | tennis courts | 338 yd |
| Horley Cricket Hockey And Squash Club HORLEY ROW | grass pitches, squash courts | 417 yd |
| Manorfield Primary School SANGERS DRIVE | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 452 yd |
| Horley Leisure Centre ANDERSON WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 538 yd |
| Horley Town Fc THE NEW DEFENCE THE NEW DEFENCE ANDERSON WAY | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Court Lodge Playing Fields Thornton Close | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Horley Anderson Centre (Closed) Thornton Close | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Horley Infant School HORLEY INFANT SCHOOL HORLEY INFANT SCHOOL LUMLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 658 yd |
| Meath Green Junior School GREENFIELDS ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 748 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 | 44 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.