About Crawley Down

Crawley Down is a village located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH10. It lies approximately four miles east of Crawley and is part of the larger district of Mid Sussex. The village is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing options and local amenities, including shops, schools, and recreational facilities. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Sussex countryside, Crawley Down provides access to various outdoor activities. The nearby Worth Forest is ideal for walking and cycling, while the village itself has several parks and green spaces for leisure. The local community is active, with events and groups that foster a sense of belonging among residents. Overall, Crawley Down presents a pleasant environment for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to larger towns.

School Ratings in Crawley Down

Crawley Down is served by 54 schools. Forge Wood Primary School and Hazelwick School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Crawley Down

Property prices average £504K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £331K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Crawley Down

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Crawley Down, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Crawley Down

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Crawley Down falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Crawley Down

Most properties in Crawley Down can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,230 sales

Average Price £504K
£975 — £70.95M
Detached £577K 2,048
Semi £393K 2,230
Terraced £331K 2,514
Flat £220K 1,999

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

34 Primary
5 Secondary
15 Other
Crawley Down Village CofE School Primary 0.3 miles Turners Hill Church of England Primary School Primary 1.2 miles Copthorne Preparatory School 1.5 miles Felbridge Primary School Primary 2 miles Fairway Infant School, Copthorne Primary Good 2 miles Copthorne CofE Junior School Primary Good 2.1 miles Imberhorne School Secondary Good 2.2 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Halsford Park Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Worth School 2.6 miles Burstow Park School Requires Improvement 2.7 miles Baldwins Hill Primary School, East Grinstead Primary Good 2.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Crawley Down IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Crawley Down in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
19,660 Children (0-15) 20%
61,443 Working Age 63%
20,581 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 29.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.3% 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 Crawley Down 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Crawley Down falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

3 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Theft
Local Policing
Sussex Copthorne, Worth, Crawley Down and Turners Hill
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 2.7 miles
Three Bridges Train Station 3.6 miles
Dormans Train Station 4.1 miles
Crawley Train Station 4.6 miles
Horley Train Station 4.8 miles
Lingfield Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Down Park 0.9 miles Turners Hill 1.2 miles Furnace Wood 1.4 miles Felbridge 1.8 miles Domewood 1.9 miles North End 2.2 miles Copthorne 2.2 miles Crabbet Park 2.5 miles Worth 2.6 miles Worth Abbey 2.6 miles Baldwins Hill 2.8 miles Pound Hill 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Crawley
County West Sussex
Ward Three Bridges
Constituency Crawley
Parish Crawley, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in RH10 30 shown View all streets

A264 1 Abergavenny Gardens 1 Acorn Avenue 1 Adelphi Close 1 Aintree Road 2 Akehurst Close 1 Albion Close 1 Alder Close 1 Aldwych Close 1 Alfred Close 1 Alicia Avenue 1 Allyington Way 1 Amberley Close 2 Anderson Road 1 Angell Close 1 Applefield 2 Aquamarine Close 1 Arden Road 5 Artel Croft 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Keys 1 Ash Road 2 Ash Tree Street 1 Ashburnham Road 5 Ashdown Drive 14 Ashurst Drive 1 Athelstan Close 1 Atkinson Road 1 Aveling Close 1 Aviary Way 2

Postcodes in RH10 50 shown View all postcodes

RH10 0AG RH10 0BX RH10 0EZ RH10 0FA RH10 0FB RH10 0FD RH10 0FL RH10 0FP RH10 0FT RH10 0FW RH10 0GB RH10 0HA RH10 0HF RH10 0JH RH10 0JP RH10 0JQ RH10 0JR RH10 0JT RH10 0LE RH10 0LU RH10 0LY RH10 0NB RH10 0NE RH10 0NT RH10 0PA RH10 0PH RH10 0PN RH10 0PQ RH10 0PU RH10 0PZ RH10 0QQ RH10 0QS RH10 0RJ RH10 0RX RH10 0RZ RH10 0SB RH10 0SG RH10 0SL RH10 0SN RH10 0SP RH10 0SQ RH10 0SR RH10 0UR RH10 0WJ RH10 0WQ RH10 0XW RH10 0YX RH10 0YY RH10 0ZD RH10 0ZE