Moving to Horsham (RH13)

West Sussex · Horsham

Planning a move to RH13? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Horsham area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Horsham. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Horsham

Based on 662 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in RH13 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£445,000
Average Price (all types)£512,226

By Property Type

Detached£654,000 (212 sales)
Semi-Detached£463,750 (166 sales)
Terraced£375,000 (119 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£225,000 (136 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Horsham

Horsham recorded 20% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

RH13 Total Crimes (13 months)2,090
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average20% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences776 (16% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour395 (7% below avg)
Public Order157 (13% below avg)
Vehicle Crime99 (26% below avg)
Shoplifting90 (59% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson192 (near avg)
Burglary94 (2% below avg)
Other Theft135 (22% below avg)
Drugs47 (49% below avg)
Robbery7 (81% below avg)
Theft from Person2 (96% below avg)
Bicycle Theft7 (70% below avg)
Possession of Weapons19 (27% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Horsham

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Horsham, council tax is managed by Horsham. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1627.34
B£40,001 – £52,000£1898.56
C£52,001 – £68,000£2169.79
D£68,001 – £88,000£2441.01
E£88,001 – £120,000£2983.46
F£120,001 – £160,000£3525.90
G£160,001 – £320,000£4068.35
H£320,001+£4882.02

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Horsham

31.7 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the RH13 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)10

Green Spaces in Horsham

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in RH13 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

75% of residential postcodes in RH13 have green space within walking distance, indicating good access to outdoor spaces for residents.

Schools in Horsham

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the RH13 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)2
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery0

Broadband in Horsham

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for RH13 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

31.7 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the RH13 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)92.9%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)71.9%
Gigabit capable70.7%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.5%

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Energy Performance in Horsham

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for RH13 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties8289

Homes in RH13 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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