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About Rowhook
Rowhook is a small village located in West Sussex, England, within the RH12 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles south of the larger town of Horsham. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes, along with a few local amenities that serve the community.
The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several footpaths and bridleways in the vicinity. Rowhook is well-connected to nearby towns and villages, making it a convenient base for exploring the wider West Sussex area. The village is also close to major road networks, providing easy access to both the coast and the South Downs National Park.
School Ratings in Rowhook
There are 40 schools in and around Rowhook. Tanbridge House School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Rowhook
The average property price is £454K, with semi-detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £438K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Rowhook
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Rowhook, with 119 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Rowhook
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Rowhook 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.
Healthcare in Rowhook
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Rowhook, the nearest being Rudgwick Medical Centre (2.5 miles away).
Local Data for Rowhook
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Property Prices 8,420 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the RH12 postcode area.
Household Income in Rowhook ONS 2023
The average total household income in Rowhook is approximately £67,605 a year before tax, 22% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,056. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,056.
Businesses in Rowhook ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,264 active businesses based in Rowhook, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 39 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Rowhook IMD 2025
Rowhook 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.
Crime in Rowhook 403 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Rowhook sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
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
Local Government
Home Ownership in Rowhook
Of the 21,602 households in and around Rowhook, 72% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 16% 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 Rowhook.