RH16 in West Sussex has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 1.5% for property prices and 7.5% for rental yields, with population growth of 1.5% over the same period. The district scores 60.0 out of 100 on trajectory metrics, placing it in the 93rd percentile nationally. Currently in an early gentrification stage, RH16 demonstrates stronger rental dynamics than capital appreciation. The divergence between price and rent growth suggests rental investment may be generating returns above property value increases, reflecting demand from occupiers relative to buyer activity in this commuter location south of London.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 7.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.5% per year
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What's changing in Haywards Heath · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 1.7 points this month to 62/100, driven mainly by safety.
107 planning applications submitted in RH16 over the last six months, 1 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Demolish existing garage and utility room. New single storey kitchen and utility extension. New gable extension to front first floor. New timber cladding to first floor. Replace windows and doors. Internal refurbishments. Solar panels to front roof pitch.Apr 2026 · pending
- Proposed loft conversion with roof windows to front and rear. Rear single storey extension. Demolition of external WC and store. Demolition of existing detached garage and replacement with a garden office.Feb 2026 · pending
- Retrospective change of use of agricultural land to residential curtilageApr 2026 · pending
Haywards Heath (RH16) common questions
Is Haywards Heath up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Haywards Heath (RH16) as Early. Its trajectory score is 62/100 (Strong), in the top 5% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.5 points over the last 12 months.
Is Haywards Heath safe?
Haywards Heath has a safety score of 28/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Haywards Heath?
The average property price in Haywards Heath (RH16) 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 Haywards Heath?
The median monthly rent in Haywards Heath (RH16) is £1,392 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Haywards Heath?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Haywards Heath (RH17), Hassocks (BN6), Brighton (BN41), Uckfield (TN22), Forest Row (RH18). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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