Stocks Close is in Horley and in Reigate And Banstead district. RH6 9GU is located in the Horley Central & South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stocks Close, Horley, RH6 9GU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH6 9DG, RH6 9BN, RH6 9DH, RH6 9BW, RH6 9GX, RH6 9HA, RH6 9BX, RH6 9DQ, RH6 9GY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH6 9GU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 48.7% | 48.3% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.7% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 RH6 9GU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.8% 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 | 26.5% | 24.8% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.8% | 61.8% | 3.0% | 44.2% | 17.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.7% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 (89.6%) 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 | 56.1% | 52.5% | -3.6% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 37.1% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 6.1% | 7.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 9.2% | 11.4% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 11% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 15.5% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 5.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.6% | 39.4% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 5.6% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0.6% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 94.2% | 85.7% | -8.5% | 81.4% | 4.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 85.4% 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 | 92.9% | 85.4% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.9% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 5.8% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 85.9% | -7.0% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stocks Close was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.4% lower than the Horley Central & South average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Stocks Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Horley Central & South and the 34th lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Reigate and Banstead .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Stocks Close, Horley, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2022-08-05 | £860,684 |
| 3 Stocks Close, Horley, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2020-11-20 | £865,076 |
| 4 Stocks Close, Horley, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £692,000 | 2017-09-18 | £806,929 |
| 6 Stocks Close, Horley, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2010-11-12 | £813,524 |
| 6 Stocks Close, Horley, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £460,500 | 2010-09-24 | £805,471 |
RH6 9GU 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 | 101 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langshott Primary School Smallfield Road , Langshott RH6 9AU | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horley Infant School Lumley Road , RH6 7JF | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yattendon School Oakwood Road , RH6 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 1,173 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manorfield Primary and Nursery School Sangers Drive , RH6 8AL | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity Oaks Church of England Primary School Brookfield Drive , RH6 9NS | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood School Balcombe Road , RH6 9AE | 3out of 4 | 693 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazelwick School Hazelwick School Close , Three Bridges RH10 1SX | 3out of 4 | 5,208 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,580 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Redehall School Redehall Road , Smallfield RH6 9QA | - not rated | 3,595 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burstow Park School Antlands Lane , Burstow RH6 9TF | - not rated | 3,712 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Cafe | 39 Victoria Road, Horley | 338 yd | |
| Simply Bridget @RH6 | 59 Victoria Road, Horley | 527 yd | |
| Collingwood Batchellor Ltd | 46-48 Victoria Road, Horley | 573 yd | |
| RFC Chicken & Ribs | 38 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 61 Victoria Road, Horley | 627 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jack Fairman | 30 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| The Tavern | 42 High Street, Horley | 700 yd | |
| The Foresters Public House Also T/a Loco Loco, Burrito Bandi | 88 Victoria Road, Horley | 765 yd | |
| The Basement | Victoria House, 90 Victoria Road | 794 yd | |
| The Kings Head Public House | 63 Balcombe Road, Horley | 909 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Kebab | 36 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| Spice Boys | 34 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken | 70 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| New Far East House | 6 High Street, Horley | 690 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 1 Consort Way East, Horley | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 50-58 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 26 Victoria Road, Horley | 603 yd | |
| Lidl Uk Ltd | 100 Victoria Road, Horley | 756 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Sports Centre BALCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 613 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.51 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.