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Southwater North

About

Southwater North ward is located in the Horsham District of West Sussex, covering the northern part of the Southwater village. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, along with some modern housing developments. It features local amenities such as shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters. The ward is well-connected to Horsham town centre via the A24, making it a practical choice for those working in the area.

Green spaces like Southwater Country Park provide recreational opportunities, including walking trails and a large lake. The ward also has a strong community presence, with events and activities often held at the Southwater Village Hall. Public transport links, including bus routes, offer access to nearby towns and Horsham’s mainline railway station. The area balances suburban living with easy access to countryside surroundings.

Area overview

On average Southwater North has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southwater North is £61,715 per year. There are 2 schools in Southwater North: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

2/10

Income level

8/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Southwater North Population

6,549

Population density

671 per km²

Demographics

British

5,591

85.32%

African

241

3.68%

Other White

221

3.37%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.1%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.89%

Total population: 6,553

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

976

42.62%

Owns outright

869

37.95%

Private landlord or letting agency

217

9.48%

Other social rented

4.32%

Other forms of private rent

4.02%

Total households: 2,290

Property prices in Southwater North

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £446,000 in Southwater North area, with individual transactions ranging from £171,000 up to £1,650,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Southwater North over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	33	£615,000	£396,000	£446,000	£720,000	£1,067,000
Flats	4	£185,000	£172,350	£177,750	£204,500	£239,300
Semi-Detached	10	£412,500	£329,000	£361,500	£462,500	£533,850
Terraced	8	£346,250	£299,850	£321,500	£398,750	£417,800

10 years median price trend in Southwater North

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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