About Coles Meads

Coles Meads is a residential area located in Surrey, England, within the RH1 postcode area. It features a mix of housing, including family homes and flats, making it suitable for various residents. The area is primarily suburban, with local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks nearby, providing convenience for everyday life. Transport links in Coles Meads are good, with access to local bus services and nearby railway stations that connect to larger towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. Overall, Coles Meads serves as a practical location for those seeking a community-oriented environment while remaining close to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Coles Meads

There are 80 schools in and around Coles Meads. Lime Tree Primary School and Nursery and St Bede's School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Coles Meads

The average property price is £480K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £248K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Coles Meads

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Drugs is prevalent across Coles Meads, with 32 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Coles Meads

Coles Meads sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Coles Meads

Broadband speeds in Coles Meads are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,754 sales

Average Price £480K
£1K — £52.02M
Detached £734K 1,212
Semi £482K 2,017
Terraced £411K 1,527
Flat £248K 2,658

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
7 Secondary
36 Other
St Bede's School Secondary Outstanding 0.1 miles St Matthew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Welcare in East Surrey Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Wray Common Primary School Primary 0.5 miles East Surrey College 16 plus Good 0.6 miles Carrington School Secondary Good 0.7 miles Hatchlands Primary Primary Good 0.8 miles Royal Alexandra and Albert School All-through Good 0.9 miles Brooklands School 1 miles Lime Tree Primary School and Nursery Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Reigate Parish Church Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Coles Meads IMD 2025

Coles Meads sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
13,989 Children (0-15) 21%
42,433 Working Age 63%
14,202 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.7% 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 Coles Meads 304 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Coles Meads sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

108 Violence & Sexual Offences
32 Drugs
31 Anti-Social Behaviour
25 Criminal Damage & Arson
25 Public Order
22 Vehicle Crime
16 Shoplifting
13 Burglary
12 Other Theft
7 Robbery
7 Other Crime
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Surrey Redhill North
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

Redhill Train Station 0.7 miles
Reigate Train Station 1.3 miles
Earlswood (Surrey) Train Station 1.4 miles
Merstham Train Station 1.5 miles
Nutfield Train Station 2.3 miles
Salfords (Surrey) Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holmethorpe 0.6 miles Redhill 0.6 miles Wray Common 0.9 miles Gatton 1.2 miles South Merstham 1.4 miles Margery 1.4 miles Reigate 1.4 miles Mead Vale 1.4 miles Earlswood 1.4 miles Merstham 1.8 miles Nutfield 2 miles Mugswell 2 miles

Local Government

District Reigate and Banstead
County Surrey
Ward Redhill East
Constituency Reigate
Parish Reigate and Banstead, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in RH1 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Rise 1 Abinger Drive 2 Albert Road 1 Albury Road 3 Alderstead Lane 1 All Saints Gardens 1 Alpine Road 6 Althorne Road 2 Ambleside Close 1 Arbutus Close 1 Arbutus Road 3 Ardshiel Drive 1 Arners Road 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Drive 1 Ashcombe Road 1 Asylum Arch Road 1 Axes Lane 4 Barfields 2 Barrow Gardens 1 Battlebridge Lane 2 Batts Hill 4 Beech Road 1 Beechwood Villas 6 Bellwether Lane 1 Big Common Lane 1 Birchway 2 Blacklands Meadow 1 Blackstone Close 1 Blackstone Hill 1

Postcodes in RH1 50 shown View all postcodes

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