About Faygate

Faygate is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH12. It is situated close to the larger town of Horsham, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas. The village features a mix of residential properties and green spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of the community. Faygate is also well-connected by road and rail, with a train station that offers services to London and other nearby towns. The village's proximity to the South Downs National Park allows for easy access to outdoor activities and nature walks, appealing to those who enjoy the countryside.

School Ratings in Faygate

There are 67 schools in and around Faygate. Tanbridge House School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Faygate

The average property price is £457K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £432K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Faygate

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Faygate

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Faygate ranks among the least deprived areas in England. 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 Faygate

Broadband speeds in Faygate 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 8,372 sales

Average Price £457K
£1K — £10.75M
Detached £652K 1,845
Semi £432K 2,118
Terraced £369K 2,074
Flat £246K 1,992

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary
9 Secondary
15 Other
Kilnwood Vale Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Bohunt Horsham All-through Good 1.5 miles St Robert Southwell Catholic Primary School, Horsham Primary 1.7 miles Rusper Primary School Primary 1.7 miles Colgate Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles All Saints CofE Primary School, Horsham Primary 1.9 miles Waterfield Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Crawley Bewbush Family Hub 2 miles The Bewbush Academy Primary 2 miles Oakfields Primary School, Horsham Primary Good 2.1 miles Leechpool Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Cottesmore School 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Faygate IMD 2025

Faygate is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
12,660 Children (0-15) 19%
41,101 Working Age 61%
17,844 Older (60+) 26%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.5% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.6% 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 Faygate 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Faygate records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
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

Faygate Train Station 0.3 miles
Littlehaven Train Station 1.9 miles
Ifield Train Station 2.6 miles
Warnham Train Station 2.8 miles
Horsham Train Station 3.2 miles
Crawley Train Station 3.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lambs Green 1.2 miles Roffey 1.8 miles Colgate 1.8 miles Bewbush 2 miles Rusper 2 miles Little Haven 2.2 miles Broadfield 2.5 miles Buchan Hill 2.6 miles Gossops Green 2.8 miles Pease Pottage 2.8 miles Ifieldwood 2.8 miles Horsham 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Horsham
County West Sussex
Ward Colgate & Rusper
Constituency Horsham
Parish Colgate
Region South East

Streets in RH12 30 shown View all streets

A24 2 A264 1 A281 1 Adams Close 1 Adelaide Close 1 Agate Lane 1 Albery Close 1 Albion Way 12 Alder Copse 1 Alder Way 1 Allcard Close 1 Allingham Gardens 1 Amberley Close 1 Amberley Road 2 Amundsen Road 4 Angus Close 1 April Close 1 Arun Valley Way 1 Arun Walk 2 Arundale Walk 4 Arunside 2 Ashleigh Road 2 Ashmore Lane 1 Ashurst Close 2 Aspen Way 4 Avebury Close 1 B2128 3 Badgers Close 1 Bailey Close 1 Bailey Road 4

Postcodes in RH12 50 shown View all postcodes

RH12 0AA RH12 0AB RH12 0AD RH12 0AE RH12 0AF RH12 0AG RH12 0AH RH12 0AJ RH12 0AL RH12 0AN RH12 0AP RH12 0AQ RH12 0AR RH12 0AS RH12 0AT RH12 0AU RH12 0AW RH12 0AX RH12 0AY RH12 0AZ RH12 0BA RH12 0BB RH12 0BD RH12 0BE RH12 0BF RH12 0BG RH12 0BH RH12 0BJ RH12 0BL RH12 0BN RH12 0BP RH12 0BQ RH12 0BR RH12 0BS RH12 0BT RH12 0BU RH12 0BW RH12 0BX RH12 0BY RH12 0BZ RH12 0DA RH12 0DB RH12 0DD RH12 0DE RH12 0DF RH12 0DG RH12 0DH RH12 0DJ RH12 0DL RH12 0DN