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About

Henfield ward is located in the Horsham district of West Sussex, covering the village of Henfield and surrounding rural areas. The ward sits within the Low Weald, characterized by flat landscapes and farmland. Henfield itself is a large village with a mix of historic buildings and modern housing developments, serving as a local hub for nearby settlements.

The area is known for its strong community spirit, with local events and clubs playing a central role. Facilities include shops, pubs, a medical centre, and primary schools, catering to daily needs. The ward benefits from good transport links, with the A281 providing access to Horsham and Brighton, while retaining a semi-rural feel. Nearby green spaces, such as the South Downs National Park, offer outdoor recreation opportunities.

Area overview

On average Henfield has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Henfield is £46,200 per year. There are 1 schools in Henfield: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Henfield Population
5,969
Population density
405.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,449
91.29%
Other White
191
3.2%
Other Asian
64
1.07%
Irish
40
0.67%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
38
0.64%
Total population: 5,969

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,145
42.93%
Owns with a mortgage
719
26.96%
Other social rented
376
14.1%
Private landlord or letting agency
279
10.46%
Shared ownership
67
2.51%
Total households: 2,667

Property prices in Henfield

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £617,500 in Henfield area, with individual transactions ranging from £237,000 up to £2,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Henfield in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Henfield over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached46£697,500
Flats3£245,000
Semi-Detached16£490,000
Terraced13£355,000

10 years median price trend in Henfield

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Henfield.

All postcodes in Henfield

BN59JT

Henfield & Small Dole

BN59NU

Church Street

BN59UP

Beechings

BN59AB

Kidders Lane

BN59QD

Staples Barn

BN59QZ

Hollands Lane

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.