RH11 (Crawley) presents a mixed property picture in the South East. The district ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 56.5/100, indicating above-average market fundamentals. Five-year data reveals a significant divergence between price and rental dynamics: capital growth averaged 1.5% CAGR while rental growth reached 5.3% CAGR, suggesting stronger investor yields than capital appreciation potential. Population expansion of 1.5% over the same period remains modest relative to rental demand growth. The area is classified as in active gentrification, indicating ongoing development and demographic change. These metrics reflect a market favoring rental investment strategies over short-term capital gains, with economic activity largely driven by transport links and employment clusters rather than speculative appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.3% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.5% per year
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What's changing in Crawley · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.4 points this month to 56/100, driven mainly by safety.
4 planning applications submitted in RH11 over the last six months.
- Discharge of planning condition nos 3 and 4 relating to planning appeal AP/24/0045 (Planning application DM/24/0752)Mar 2026 · pending
- Demolition of existing conservatory. Garage conversion and erection of single and two storey side and rear extensionsMar 2026 · Awaiting Decision
- Erection of two storey rear extension, first floor extensions, alterations to existing roof including insertion of dormer on north east elevation, garage conversionMar 2026 · Awaiting Decision
Crawley (RH11) common questions
Is Crawley up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Crawley (RH11) as Active. Its trajectory score is 56/100 (Strong), in the top 19% of districts nationally. The score is down 2.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Crawley safe?
Crawley has a safety score of 29/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Crawley?
The average property price in Crawley (RH11) is £451k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Crawley?
The median monthly rent in Crawley (RH11) is £1,392 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Crawley?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Henfield (BN5), Horsham (RH12), Haywards Heath (RH17), Horsham (RH13), Dorking (RH5). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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