About Furnace Green

Furnace Green is a residential area located in West Sussex, England, within the postcode area RH10. It is primarily known for its family-friendly environment, featuring a range of amenities that cater to everyday needs. The area includes local shops, schools, and parks, making it a suitable choice for those seeking a community-oriented lifestyle. The green spaces in Furnace Green provide opportunities for outdoor activities and leisure. The nearby parks offer facilities for sports and play, appealing to both children and adults. Public transport links connect Furnace Green to surrounding areas, ensuring easy access to nearby towns and cities. Overall, it is a practical location for families and individuals looking for a comfortable place to live.

School Ratings in Furnace Green

There are 65 schools in and around Furnace Green. Forge Wood Primary School and Hazelwick School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Furnace Green

The average property price is £504K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £331K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Furnace Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Furnace Green, with 139 recorded incidents in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Furnace Green

Furnace Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Furnace Green

Broadband speeds in Furnace Green 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 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

40 Primary
7 Secondary
18 Other
St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Oriel High School Secondary 0.3 miles The Oaks Primary School & Nursery Primary 0.5 miles Brook Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 0.5 miles Maidenbower Infant School and Nursery Primary 0.7 miles Maidenbower Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School, Crawley Primary Good 0.8 miles Three Bridges Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles Desmond Anderson Primary Academy Primary Good 1 miles Southgate Primary Primary Good 1.1 miles Pound Hill Junior School, Crawley Primary Good 1.1 miles Pound Hill Infant Academy Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Furnace Green IMD 2025

Furnace Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

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 Furnace Green 777 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Furnace Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

253 Violence & Sexual Offences
139 Anti-Social Behaviour
88 Shoplifting
78 Public Order
54 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Other Theft
36 Vehicle Crime
32 Drugs
14 Burglary
13 Weapons
11 Robbery
11 Other Crime
7 Theft from Person
4 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Sussex Furnace Green
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

Three Bridges Train Station 1 miles
Crawley Train Station 1 miles
Ifield Train Station 2.3 miles
Balcombe Train Station 3.6 miles
Faygate Train Station 4.2 miles
Horley Train Station 4.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tilgate 0.6 miles Maidenbower 0.6 miles Crawley 0.9 miles Three Bridges 1.2 miles Southgate 1.4 miles Worth 1.4 miles Pound Hill 1.4 miles Crabbet Park 1.8 miles West Green 1.8 miles Broadfield 2 miles Gossops Green 2 miles Worth Abbey 2 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