redhill RH17 Postcodes
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Redhill (RH17)
The RH17 postcode area is located in the Redhill postcode town region, within the county of West Sussex, and contains a total of 872 individual postcodes.
There are 65 electoral wards in the RH17 postcode area, including Betchworth, Billingshurst, Burgess Hill, Crawley, Dorking, East Grinstead, Forest Row, Gatwick, Godstone, Haywards Heath, Horley, Horsham, Lingfield, Oxted, Pulborough, Redhill, Reigate which come under the local authority of the Mid Sussex Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 39% of people in RH17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of RH17 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
RH17 postcode in the Redhill district of the UK covers a large area from Reigate to Haywards Heath and from Horsham to East Grinstead. The district includes a number of diverse residential and rural towns, villages and hamlets, including Nutfield, Crawley Down, Copthorne, Kingscote, Ansty, Leigh, Sharpethorne and Woldingham.
The RH17 postcode contains some of the most sought after residential areas in the area. It includes the popular village of Nutfield which is home to Nutfield Priory Hotel and Spa, a grand and historic hotel with spa and gardens. Copthorne is also found in RH17 and is known for its country pubs, eateries and green space. This area also comprises some of the best commuter villages outside of London, as well as several golf courses.
Public transport is well served in the area, with a number of regular trains running to London Bridge, Victoria, East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells. Frequent buses serve East Grinstead, Crawley, Horsham, Burgess Hill and Oxted. The closest major airports are Gatwick and Heathrow, and there are a number of smaller airports within easy reach such as Biggin Hill, Redhill Aerodrome and London City Airport.
The surrounding countryside of RH17 is fascinating and varied, and it's easy to explore the rolling hills of the Changebridge Common, some of the North and South Downs, nearby forests and freshwater nature reserves. There are also a number of National Trust properties nearby, such as Wakehurst Place and Nymans.
As for leisure activities, RH17 postcode offers a little something for all tastes. Alongside the pub-and-grub experience of Crawley Down, the area has an array of independent cafes, cinemas, bowling alleys, theatres, galleries, sports centres and country parks. There are also numerous walking and cycling routes throughout the district, making it a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Demographics
West Sussex
RH17 is located in the county of West Sussex, in England.
West Sussex has a total population of 843,800, making it the 28th largest county in the UK.
West Sussex has a total area of 770 square miles, and a population density of 423 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | RH17 |
| Postal Town | Redhill |
| MSOA Name | Mid Sussex 008 |
| LSOA Name | Mid Sussex 008B |
| County | West Sussex |
| Region | West Sussex |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Mid Sussex |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
RH17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of RH17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Sunday, February 16, 2025
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 39% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.