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Location in West SussexAshfold Crossways sits where the marker shows within the county.

42,196
Population
15,199
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£68,430
Avg. household income
2,108
Businesses
274
People per km²
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About Ashfold Crossways

Ashfold Crossways is a small settlement located in West Sussex, within the RH13 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is situated near the border of the South Downs National Park. The settlement consists of a cluster of homes and a few local amenities, with a village hall serving as a community hub. The surrounding landscape offers walking trails and views of rolling hills, making it a pleasant place for those who enjoy the outdoors. The village is accessible by road, with nearby junctions connecting it to the A272 and other local routes. It remains a quiet residential area with a strong sense of community.

School Ratings in Ashfold Crossways

Families in Ashfold Crossways have access to 52 local schools. Heron Way Primary School and Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 16 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ashfold Crossways

Homes sell for an average of £527K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £711K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ashfold Crossways

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Ashfold Crossways, with 26 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ashfold Crossways

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ashfold Crossways 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.

Healthcare in Ashfold Crossways

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Ashfold Crossways, the nearest being Ouse Valley Practice (2.1 miles away).

Local Data for Ashfold Crossways

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Property Prices 5,183 sales

Average Price £527K
£2K , £37.71M
Detached £711K 1,823
Semi £439K 1,241
Terraced £364K 877
Flat £223K 926

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
5 Secondary
13 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 16
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the RH13 postcode area.

Holy Trinity CofE Primary School, Lower Beeding Primary Good 1.1 miles Handcross Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Brantridge School Not applicable Good 2.4 miles Brighton College Prep Handcross Not applicable 2.4 miles Colgate Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles St. Mark's CofE Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Heron Way Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.8 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Queen Elizabeth II Silver Jubilee School, Horsham Not applicable Outstanding 3.1 miles The Forest School Secondary 3.1 miles Leechpool Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 3.2 miles Cottesmore School Not applicable 3.3 miles

Household Income in Ashfold Crossways ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ashfold Crossways is approximately £68,430 a year before tax, 24% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,877. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Ashfold Crossways £68,430
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,877.

Businesses in Ashfold Crossways ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,108 active businesses based in Ashfold Crossways, around 50 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,108 Total businesses
50 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Ashfold Crossways IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ashfold Crossways 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
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 20%
7,764 Children (0-15) 18%
25,965 Working Age 62%
8,468 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.8% 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 Ashfold Crossways 80 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ashfold Crossways are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Violence & Sexual Offences 28
Anti-Social Behaviour 26
Public Order 8
Shoplifting 5
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Burglary 2
Drugs 2
Other Theft 2
Weapons 2
Vehicle Crime 1
Local Policing
Sussex Rusper, Colgate, Lower Beeding and Nuthurst
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

Littlehaven Train Station 3.2 miles
Horsham Train Station 3.8 miles
Faygate Train Station 4.1 miles
Balcombe Train Station 4.6 miles
Ifield Train Station 5.2 miles
Warnham Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lower Beeding 0.9 miles Slaugham 1.2 miles Warninglid 1.8 miles Mannings Heath 1.9 miles Handcross 2 miles Coolhurst Wood 2 miles Monk's Gate 2 miles Crabtree 2 miles Staplefield 2.5 miles Colgate 2.5 miles Doomsday Green 2.6 miles Nuthurst 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Horsham
County West Sussex
Ward Denne
Constituency Horsham
Parish Horsham, unparished area
Region South East

Home Ownership in Ashfold Crossways

Of the 17,308 households in and around Ashfold Crossways, 74% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 11% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashfold Crossways.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ashfold Crossways

What is the population of Ashfold Crossways?
Ashfold Crossways has a population of approximately 42,196 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ashfold Crossways?
The average property in and around Ashfold Crossways sold for about £527,259, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 51% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ashfold Crossways a deprived area?
Ashfold Crossways sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ashfold Crossways?
Ashfold Crossways is covered by the RH13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ashfold Crossways?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Ashfold Crossways, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ashfold Crossways?
The nearest railway station to Ashfold Crossways is Littlehaven Train Station, about 3.2 miles away.

Streets in RH13 30 shown View all streets

Abbots Leigh 1 Abbotsbury Court 1 Acorn Avenue 3 Acorns 1 Allendale 1 Alley Groves 2 Amber Glade 2 Andrew's Lane 1 Andrews Road 2 Anvil Close 1 Arthur Road 3 Arun Gardens 1 Arun Way 1 Ash Road 1 Ashdown Court 1 Athelstan Way 1 Ayshe Court Drive 4 Bakers Close 2 Bakers Lane 4 Bakers Mews 1 Bar Lane 2 Barleycroft 1 Barnes Wallis Avenue 1 Barrington Road 1 Bashurst Copse 1 Bashurst Hill 5 Bassels Lane 1 Bedford Road 4 Bedford Square 1 Beechwood 2

Postcodes in RH13 50 shown View all postcodes

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