8,579TOTAL POPULATION
3,362HOUSEHOLDS
3.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£52,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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RH7 POSTCODE REGION

Redhill (RH7)

The RH7 postcode area is located in the Redhill postcode town region, within the county of Surrey, and contains a total of 311 individual postcodes.

There are 12 electoral wards in the RH7 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, 34% of people in RH7 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 RH7 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 RH7 postcode is located in the Redhill district of Surrey, England and covers a broad area of the county. The postcode covers the towns of Redhill, Reigate, Horley and Outwood as well as some smaller villages such as Sidlow, South Nutfield, Leigh and Coneyhurst. It also covers parts of Epsom Common and Walton on the Hill.

The RH7 area has a population of around 160,000 people and is home to a variety of businesses and services. Reigate is the largest town in the area and is a popular tourist destination, particularly for shopping and for its historic old buildings. Horley and Outwood are both smaller towns in the district, but have some interesting independent shops and places to eat. There are also some rural villages around the postcode, notably Sidlow and Leigh, which are known for their traditional charm and picturesque countryside.

The RH7 postcode is well-connected to the rest of the county, with both the M25 and M23 motorways running through it, as well as direct rail links to London and Gatwick Airport. There are also a number of train stations in the area, including Redhill, Reigate, Earlswood and Horley. These stations offer regular services to London, Brighton and other destinations. Numerous bus routes serve the area too, providing a convenient way to get around.

The RH7 postcode offers a combination of rural areas and towns surrounded by beautiful countryside. There are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy, including walking, horse riding and cycling. The area is known for its green spaces, with numerous parks, reserves and nature trails for people to explore. There are also a number of golf courses and other leisure facilities, plus attractions such as Devil's Den and Reigate Manor House. The area also hosts cultural and entertainment events throughout the year, including festivals, theatre performances and concerts.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in RH7 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 34%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 12%DE

According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 92%WHITE
  • 8%NON-WHITE

92% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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RH7Surrey

Surrey

The county of Surrey

RH7 is located in the county of Surrey, in England.

Surrey has a total population of 1,176,500, making it the 13th largest county in the UK.

Surrey has a total area of 642 square miles, and a population density of 707 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Surrey Postal Town Map
Outward CodeRH7
Postal TownRedhill
MSOA NameTandridge 010
LSOA NameTandridge 010C
CountySurrey
RegionSurrey
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityTandridge
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

RH7 Electoral Wards

The postal region of RH7, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Blindley Heath
Crowhurst
Crowhurst Lane End
Dormansland
Eden
Felcourt
Haxted
Lingfield
Lingfield Common
Newchapel
South Godstone
Troy Town
Waterside
Browse Postcodes in RH7

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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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