About Charlwood

Charlwood is a village located in the county of Surrey, in the south of England. It lies within the RH6 postcode area and is situated near the border with West Sussex. The village has a long history, with records dating back to the Domesday Book, and retains a traditional English character with its mix of historic buildings and modern homes. The parish church of St Mary the Virgin is a notable landmark, featuring architectural elements from several centuries. Charlwood is surrounded by countryside and is close to the North Downs, offering access to walking and cycling trails. The village has a community centre and a primary school, and is served by regular bus services to nearby towns. It is a quiet residential area with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Charlwood

Families in Charlwood have access to 71 local schools. Emerald Place Clinic School (EPCS) is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Charlwood

Homes sell for an average of £474K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £579K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Charlwood

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Charlwood, with 53 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Charlwood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Charlwood around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Charlwood

Charlwood 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 5,820 sales

Average Price £474K
£500 — £140M
Detached £579K 1,692
Semi £423K 1,648
Terraced £359K 1,035
Flat £230K 1,184

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
8 Secondary
18 Other
Charlwood Village Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Emerald Place Clinic School (EPCS) Outstanding 1 miles Amberley Court School 2 miles Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Manorfield Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.3 miles Langley Green Primary Primary Good 2.4 miles Westvale Park Primary Academy Primary 2.5 miles Meath Green Junior School Primary Good 2.6 miles Horley Infant School Primary 2.7 miles St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Horley Community Sure Start Children's Centre Good 2.7 miles Meath Green Infant School Primary Good 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Charlwood IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Charlwood are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,495 Children (0-15) 20%
30,383 Working Age 63%
10,922 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.9% 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 Charlwood 339 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Charlwood are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

82 Violence & Sexual Offences
53 Anti-Social Behaviour
48 Shoplifting
41 Other Theft
40 Weapons
20 Public Order
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Drugs
10 Vehicle Crime
6 Theft from Person
5 Other Crime
3 Burglary
3 Robbery
Local Policing
Surrey Dorking Rural East
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

Gatwick Airport Train Station 1.6 miles
Horley Train Station 2.7 miles
Ifield Train Station 3 miles
Crawley Train Station 3.6 miles
Three Bridges Train Station 3.8 miles
Salfords (Surrey) Train Station 3.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Russ Hill 0.9 miles Norwood Hill 1.2 miles Povey Cross 1.4 miles Hookwood 1.4 miles Cudworth 1.9 miles Lowfield Heath 2 miles Ifieldwood 2 miles Ifield Green 2 miles Manor Royal 2.2 miles Langley Green 2.2 miles Ifield 2.6 miles Nalderswood 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Mole Valley
County Surrey
Ward Charlwood
Constituency Mole Valley
Parish Charlwood
Region South East

Streets in RH6 30 shown View all streets

A217 1 Acorn Close 1 Albert Road 6 Alberta Drive 2 Albury Keep 1 Anderson Way 2 Antlands Lane 4 Antlands Lane East 1 Apperlie Drive 2 Apsley Road 1 Arne Grove 1 Ashleigh Close 1 Astor Gardens 1 Aurum Close 11 Avenue Gardens 1 Avondale Close 1 Ayrton Drive 2 Baden Drive 1 Bakehouse Road 2 Baker Road 1 Balcombe Gardens 1 Balcombe Road 20 Banks close 1 Barnfield Drive 1 Bay Close 2 Bayfield Road 1 Bayhorne Lane 1 Beehive Ring Road 2 Beggarhouse Lane 1 Benhams Close 1

Postcodes in RH6 50 shown View all postcodes

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