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About Dragons Green
Dragons Green is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH13. It is situated approximately three miles south of the larger town of Horsham. The village features a mix of residential properties and open spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents.
The area is surrounded by countryside, making it suitable for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Local amenities are limited, but nearby Horsham offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services. Dragons Green is primarily a residential community, appealing to those seeking a peaceful lifestyle while still being within reach of more urban facilities.
School Ratings in Dragons Green
Families in Dragons Green have access to 25 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 Dragons Green
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 Dragons Green
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Dragons Green, with 26 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Dragons Green
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dragons Green 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 Dragons Green
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Dragons Green, the nearest being Village Surgery (1.9 miles away).
Local Data for Dragons Green
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Property Prices 5,183 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the RH13 postcode area.
Household Income in Dragons Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Dragons Green 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.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,877.
Businesses in Dragons Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,108 active businesses based in Dragons Green, 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.
Deprivation and Employment in Dragons Green IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dragons Green 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.
Crime in Dragons Green 80 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Dragons Green 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Dragons Green
Of the 17,308 households in and around Dragons Green, 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%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Dragons Green.