About Crawley

Crawley is a town located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH10. It lies approximately 28 miles south of London and serves as a significant hub for transport and commerce in the region. The town features a mix of modern developments and older architecture, providing a diverse urban landscape. Crawley is well-connected by road and rail, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors. The town centre offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, catering to a wide range of interests. Notable attractions include the County Mall shopping centre and the nearby Tilgate Park, which provides outdoor space for walking and recreational activities. Crawley also hosts various community events throughout the year, contributing to its lively atmosphere.

School Ratings in Crawley

Families in Crawley have access to 70 local 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

Homes sell for an average of £450K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £314K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Crawley

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Crawley, with 203 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Crawley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Crawley 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 Crawley

Crawley 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 15,203 sales

Average Price £450K
£975 — £70.95M
Detached £575K 2,663
Semi £384K 3,317
Terraced £314K 5,265
Flat £212K 3,364

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
7 Secondary
18 Other
St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School, Crawley Primary Good 0.4 miles Three Bridges Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Northgate Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Southgate Primary Primary Good 0.7 miles The Oaks Primary School & Nursery Primary 0.7 miles West Green Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Hilltop Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Serenity School Crawley Good 0.9 miles Hazelwick School Secondary Outstanding 1 miles St Wilfrid's Catholic Comprehensive School, Crawley Secondary Good 1 miles Oriel High School Secondary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Crawley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Crawley 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
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 855 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Crawley is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

259 Violence & Sexual Offences
203 Anti-Social Behaviour
112 Shoplifting
68 Public Order
56 Criminal Damage & Arson
49 Other Theft
35 Vehicle Crime
26 Drugs
12 Other Crime
11 Weapons
9 Robbery
7 Burglary
4 Bicycle Theft
4 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Sussex Three Bridges
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

Crawley Train Station 0.2 miles
Three Bridges Train Station 0.9 miles
Ifield Train Station 1.6 miles
Faygate Train Station 3.7 miles
Horley Train Station 3.9 miles
Balcombe Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Southgate 0.6 miles Tilgate 0.6 miles Three Bridges 0.9 miles Furnace Green 0.9 miles West Green 0.9 miles Gossops Green 1.2 miles Northgate 1.2 miles Pound Hill 1.4 miles Ifield 1.4 miles Maidenbower 1.4 miles Manor Royal 1.4 miles Langley Green 1.4 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in Crawley 30 shown View all streets

A264 2 Abbotsfield Road 1 Abergavenny Gardens 1 Abrahams Road 1 Acorn Avenue 1 Adelaide Close 1 Adelphi Close 1 Ailsa Close 1 Aintree Road 2 Akehurst Close 1 Albany Road 3 Albion Close 1 Alder Close 1 Aldingbourne Close 1 Aldwych Close 1 Alfred Close 1 Alicia Avenue 1 Allcot Close 1 Allyington Way 1 Almond Close 1 Alpha Road 1 Amberley Close 2 Ambleside Close 1 Amorosa Close 1 Anderson Road 1 Andromeda Close 1 Angell Close 1 Anglesey Close 1 Applefield 2 Apsley Court 2

Postcodes in Crawley 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