redhill RH8 Postcodes

Redhill (RH8)

The RH8 postcode area is located in the Redhill postcode town region, within the county of Surrey, and contains a total of 614 individual postcodes.

There are 14 electoral wards in the RH8 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 Tandridge Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 37% of people in RH8 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 RH8 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The UK postcode RH8 is located in the Sevenoaks district of Kent, and covers an area northwest of central London. It includes the towns of Edenbridge and Oxted, as well as several villages such as Hurst Green, Limpsfield and Tandridge. Residents of this area have access to a wide variety of leisure activities and amenities.

The heart of RH8 is certainly Edenbridge, a market town with an ancient High Street, a Norman Castle and the nearby River Eden. Local visitor attractions include a 13th century parish church and the 19th century loco-shed which houses a small collection of old locomotives.

The immediate surrounding area of RH8 consists of rolling hills and thick woods, interspersed with idyllic villages, such as Limpsfield and its nearby gorge, and the town of Oxted, a vibrant community nestled in the Tandridge Hillside. The area offers numerous opportunities for leisurely walks, with several walking trails forming part of the Tandridge Way.

Transportation – access to London via train is possible within the RH8 area. Oxted Station provides direct services to London Bridge, along with a number of smaller villages having access to London via train or bus. Meanwhile, the M25 motorway is a short distance away, allowing for easy access onto the South East England arterial motorway network.

The area of RH8 is quite affluent, and sources reveal that house prices in the area have exceeded the national average. Close access to both excellent transport links and vibrant towns and villages make this area a desirable place to live, with an eclectic mix of suburban and rural living. Amenities include schools, supermarkets, swimming pools, leisure facilities and many other facilities.

TheRH8 postcode area offers something for everyone. Whether you're looking for peace and tranquillity in the countryside, or access to the bright lights of London, RH8 is certainly a great place to live and an attractive place to visit.

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