Padbrook is in Oxted and in Tandridge district. RH8 0DW is located in the Limpsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1985-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Padbrook, Oxted, RH8 0DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH8 0DQ, RH8 0DT, RH8 0DR, RH8 0DZ, RH8 0EE, RH8 0DX, RH8 0DP, RH8 0DJ, RH8 0DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH8 0DW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 51.9% | 48.7% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51.3% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 RH8 0DW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 20.6% | 24.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 60.1% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 14% | 9.1% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 57.4% | 63% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 14.6% |
| Good health | 30.1% | 24.6% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -9.0% |
| Fair health | 7% | 10% | 3.0% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 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 RH8 0DW this area, 8% 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 52.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.6% | 8% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -10.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 9.8% | 2.1% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 13.9% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 11.8% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.9% | 52.3% | 5.4% | 33.8% | 18.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.5% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 92.8% | 90.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 90.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.8% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 76.7% | 16.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 2.3% | 13.5% | -11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 58.4% | 46.2% | 12.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Padbrook was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.7% lower than the Limpsfield average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Padbrook has the 7th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Limpsfield and the 40th lowest crime rate of 268 local areas in Tandridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Padbrook, Oxted, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-03-31 | £502,245 |
| 12 Padbrook, Oxted, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £499,950 | 2025-03-13 | £523,120 |
| 8 Padbrook, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £860,000 | 2023-05-19 | £865,260 |
| 26 Padbrook, Oxted, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,575 | 2022-04-04 | £570,651 |
| 1 Padbrook, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £895,000 | 2022-03-31 | £895,908 |
RH8 0DW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 RH8 0DW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limpsfield CofE Infant School Limpsfield Common , Westerham Road RH8 0EA | 4out of 4 | 704 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Silkham Road , RH8 0NP | 4out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Green Infant School Wolfs Wood , Hurst Green RH8 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Junior School Holland Road , Hurst Green RH8 9BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,860 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tatsfield Primary School 3 Ship Hill , TN16 2AH | 3out of 4 | 4,150 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxted School Bluehouse Lane , RH8 0AB | 2out of 4 | 979 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limpsfield Grange School 89 Bluehouse Lane , RH8 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 776 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Hazelwood School Wolfs Hill , Limpsfield RH8 0QU | - not rated | 1,123 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor House School & College Mill Lane , Hurst Green RH8 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,160 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woldingham School Marden Park , Woldingham CR3 7YA | - not rated | 5,234 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee at Kiwi House | Kiwi, High Street | 162 yd | |
| Jumping Jacks | Hall, Church Of St Peter, High Street | 420 yd | |
| Skyline Cafe | 35 Station Road East | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bull Inn | The Bull Inn, High Street | 162 yd | |
| Limpsfield Lawn Tennis Club | Limpsfield Lawn Tennis Club, Detillens Lane | 303 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Bar | The Royal British Legion, Westerham Road | 498 yd | |
| Billys Bistro | The Royal British Legion, Westerham Road | 498 yd | |
| Limpsfield Chart Golf Club | Limpsfield Chart Golf Club, Westerham Road | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Blue | 17-19 Station Road East | 1,055 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Co-Operative | 21-23 Station Road East | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Limpsfield Club DETILLENS LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 199 yd |
| The Glebe Meadow HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| Glebe Meadow (Closed) High Street | grass pitches | 375 yd |
| Grub Street LIMPSFIELD COMMON CRICKET GROUND LIMPSFIELD COMMON CRICKET GROUND WESTERHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Limpsfield Chart Golf Club WESTERHAM ROAD | golf | 752 yd |
| Hazelwood School WOLFS HILL | grass pitches | 1,081 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 | 6.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 6.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 6.3% |
| 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.98 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.98 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.