East Hill is in Oxted and in Tandridge district. RH8 9AA is located in the Oxted North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about East Hill, Oxted, RH8 9AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: RH8 9AD, RH8 9AF, RH8 9HL, RH8 9AE, RH8 9HP, RH8 9JA, RH8 9HN, RH8 9HT, RH8 9JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding RH8 9AA has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 51.4% | 49% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 48.6% | 51% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 RH8 9AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.3% 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% | 16.9% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -21.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.5% | 73.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 29.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 5.5% | -0.3% | 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 (94.4%) 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 | 59.5% | 65.1% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 16.7% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 29.3% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 6.4% | 4.7% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -8.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around RH8 9AA this area, 3.5% 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 62.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5% | 3.5% | -1.5% | 18.2% | -14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.8% | 11.4% | -12.4% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 12.2% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 55.8% | 62.4% | 6.6% | 33.8% | 28.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.8% | 93.5% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 93.9% | 90% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 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% | 90% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 8.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Hill was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.2% lower than the Limpsfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
East Hill has the 14th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Limpsfield and the 79th lowest crime rate of 268 local areas in Tandridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 48.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 East Hill, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2019-10-18 | £1,036,110 |
| 8 East Hill, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2013-08-08 | £1,102,150 |
| 4 East Hill, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £740,000 | 2013-04-09 | £1,263,633 |
| 4 East Hill, Oxted, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2008-02-01 | £1,189,371 |
RH8 9AA 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Silkham Road , RH8 0NP | 4out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Green Infant School Wolfs Wood , Hurst Green RH8 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Limpsfield CofE Infant School Limpsfield Common , Westerham Road RH8 0EA | 4out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holland Junior School Holland Road , Hurst Green RH8 9BQ | 3out of 4 | 2,783 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Infant School Tandridge Lane , Tandridge RH8 9NN | 4out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 729 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazelwood School Wolfs Hill , Limpsfield RH8 0QU | - not rated | 1,392 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Moor House School & College Mill Lane , Hurst Green RH8 9AQ | 4out of 4 | 1,684 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Limpsfield Grange School 89 Bluehouse Lane , RH8 0RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Woldingham School Marden Park , Woldingham CR3 7YA | - not rated | 4,265 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Orpheus Centre North Park Lane , RH9 8ND | - not rated | 5,443 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Leisure Ltd | Leisure Centre, Hoskins Road | 167 yd | |
| Cattle and Cocktail | 10 Station Road West | 269 yd | |
| Play Town Group | 20-22 Station Road West | 269 yd | |
| Dessert Spot | 36 Station Road West | 313 yd | |
| Robertsons Coffee Shop | 42 Station Road West | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxted Inn | 4 Hoskins Walk | 350 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Oxted Club Bar | 42 Church Lane | 379 yd | |
| Master Park Pavillion | Pavilion, Master Park, Church Lane | 392 yd | |
| The Ginistry | 90 Station Road East | 451 yd | |
| Oxted & Limpsfield Barn Theatre | 25 Bluehouse Lane | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Track 1 Oxted | Coffee Shop, Oxted Railway Station, Station Road West | 331 yd | |
| Oxted Kebab House | 91 Station Road East | 404 yd | |
| Deep Blue | 17-19 Station Road East | 420 yd | |
| China Garden | 94 Station Road East | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | 43 East Hill | 92 yd | |
| Southern Co-Operative | 21-23 Station Road East | 420 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkets | 86-88 Station Road East | 479 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tandridge Leisure Centre LEISURE CENTRE LEISURE CENTRE HOSKINS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 250 yd |
| Master Park MASTER PARK MASTER PARK CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Oxted Tennis Club Church Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 478 yd |
| Oxted School BLUEHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 728 yd |
| St Mary'S Cofe Junior School SILKHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool | 975 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.