About Ashurst Wood

Ashurst Wood is a village located in the county of Surrey, in the south of England. It lies within the RH19 postcode area and is situated near the border with West Sussex. The village is surrounded by woodland and open countryside, offering a peaceful environment for residents and visitors alike. It is part of the civil parish of West Hoathly and is known for its rural character and proximity to the Ashurst Wood Nature Reserve, which provides walking trails and opportunities for birdwatching. The area is served by local amenities including a village hall, a pub, and a small shop. Transport links are accessible via nearby roads and the nearest railway station is at East Grinstead, which connects to London and other major towns. The community is active, with regular events and activities organised throughout the year. The village maintains a traditional feel while benefiting from its location within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

School Ratings in Ashurst Wood

Families in Ashurst Wood have access to 27 local schools. Step by Step School Limited is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashurst Wood

Homes sell for an average of £479K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £705K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashurst Wood

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Ashurst Wood, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashurst Wood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashurst Wood among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Ashurst Wood

Ashurst Wood benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,350 sales

Average Price £479K
£500 — £13M
Detached £705K 1,645
Semi £435K 1,035
Terraced £356K 897
Flat £237K 1,537

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

16 Primary
2 Secondary
9 Other
Brambletye School 0.1 miles Ashurst Wood Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Estcots Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Sackville School Secondary Good 1.2 miles Michael Hall School Good 1.3 miles Forest Row Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 1.3 miles The Meads Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Greenfields School 1.5 miles Blackwell Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles St Mary's Church of England Primary School, East Grinstead Primary 2.3 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Halsford Park Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ashurst Wood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashurst Wood experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,170 Children (0-15) 18%
26,858 Working Age 59%
13,611 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Ashurst Wood 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ashurst Wood are lower than the England and Wales average. While criminal damage & arson is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Sussex Forest Row
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

East Grinstead Train Station 2 miles
Dormans Train Station 3.2 miles
Lingfield Train Station 4.7 miles
Cowden (Kent) Train Station 5 miles
Hever Train Station 5.9 miles
Ashurst (Kent) Train Station 5.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Sunnyside 1.4 miles Forest Row 1.4 miles Highgate 1.4 miles Charlwood 1.8 miles East Grinstead 1.8 miles Tompset's Bank 2 miles Stonequarry 2 miles Quabrook 2.2 miles Blackwell 2.2 miles Hammerwood 2.2 miles Baldwins Hill 2.6 miles Dormans Park 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Mid Sussex
County West Sussex
Ward East Grinstead Town
Constituency Mid Sussex
Parish East Grinstead
Region South East

Streets in RH19 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Close 1 Admiral's Bridge Lane 1 Alders Avenue 4 Alders View Drive 3 Allens Close 1 Ardingly Lane 1 Ardingly Road 2 Arkendale, Whittington College 1 Ashdown View 1 Ashplats Mews 2 Ashurst Way 1 Aspen Court 1 Austen Close 1 Badgers Way 1 Balcombe Lane 1 Baldwins Field 1 Balmoral 1 Barcombe Place 1 Barn Field Place 1 Barton Crescent 1 Bayhams Field 1 Beacon Rise 1 Beckett Way 1 Beeches Lane 1 Beechfields 1 Benchfield Close 1 Betchley Close 1 Birch Grove 1 Birch Tree Gardens 1 Blackberry Road 1

Postcodes in RH19 50 shown View all postcodes

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