Moving to East grinstead (RH19)

East Sussex · Mid Sussex

Planning a move to RH19? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the East grinstead 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 East grinstead. 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 East grinstead

Based on 703 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in RH19 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)£431,000
Average Price (all types)£508,258

By Property Type

Detached£650,000 (224 sales)
Semi-Detached£450,000 (145 sales)
Terraced£368,750 (140 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£222,066 (172 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 East grinstead

East grinstead recorded 15% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

RH19 Total Crimes (13 months)2,229
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average15% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences739 (20% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour513 (21% above avg)
Public Order157 (13% below avg)
Vehicle Crime131 (2% below avg)
Shoplifting130 (41% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson159 (17% below avg)
Burglary82 (15% below avg)
Other Theft163 (6% below avg)
Drugs37 (60% below avg)
Robbery30 (17% below avg)
Theft from Person10 (80% below avg)
Bicycle Theft6 (74% below avg)
Possession of Weapons29 (near 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 East grinstead

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In East grinstead, council tax is managed by Mid Sussex. 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£1649.51
B£40,001 – £52,000£1924.42
C£52,001 – £68,000£2199.34
D£68,001 – £88,000£2474.26
E£88,001 – £120,000£3024.10
F£120,001 – £160,000£3573.93
G£160,001 – £320,000£4123.77
H£320,001+£4948.52

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 East grinstead

34.5 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the RH19 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)11

Green Spaces in East grinstead

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 RH19 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

85% of residential postcodes in RH19 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in East grinstead

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 RH19 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in East grinstead

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for RH19 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.

55.7 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the RH19 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)96.6%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)85.8%
Gigabit capable85.1%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in East grinstead

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for RH19 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 bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties7769

Homes in RH19 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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