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Jane Eyre - Hufflepuff. Although her fiercessness and rebellious independence is very Gryffindor-like and she has a Ravenclaw side with expressing herself through drawings and paintings. First of all, she is almost brutally honest (I mean the handsome dialogue with Edward). She sticks to the conventions she believes are right, and even after experiencing so much suffering in her life, she chooses to suffer in the name of her ideals. She cares about her work - despite the whole love drama, she remains in iron discipline (she had some killer morning routine if I remember correctly). Also I believe she actually cares about Adele, her future and feelings, which was quite rare at the times. She has a very strong Gryffindor side with her impulsiveness, but her courageous and independent choices come from her principles, not heroic side. She was even ready to die for others as a missionary if it wasn’t for St John’s violating her beliefs about marriage.
Edward Rochester - Gryffindor. He is, despite tragic circumstances of life, enjoying it to the fullest (bunch of lovers anyone). But saying that, he was also trying to do what’s right - taking in Adele and accepting her as his responsibility, as an example. He was very impulsive and sometimes went to very-sirius-black drama queen mode (dressing up as a Gypsy anyone). He didn’t care about money or status and was attracted to Jane’s independence and courage, completely disinterested in her lower social status or other societal standards. Of course he was an example of bad side of Gryffindor, because he was also a lying coward, but he got the redemption arc so it’s ok I guess (?). Bessie Lee - Hufflepuff. Again, one of the few actually doing their job and caring for kids there, hardworking and caring, but also just.
St John Rivers - Slytherin. He had one goal and he was going to reach it by all means possible. He was more interested in it (spreading religion and his own faith) than helping people as a missionary. Not only determined, but also manipulative, thinks he’s better/smarter than everyone else, even has this weird self-depriving attitude as stereotypical Slytherin - no, I must suffer, I reject the love, all alone (I may be biased on this one, can’t stand the guy).
Mary and Diana Rivers - Hufflepuff. Hardworking, kind, understanding, done with their brother’s shit and casually girl powering with Jane.
Blanche Ingram - Slytherin. Yes, she was quite dull, but her main interest in the book is Rochester’s money and she would probably be successful in trapping him into marriage if he was any other Victorian guy, but he is ~~~special, so her bad.
Eliza Reeds - Hufflepuff. Very principled, completely honest, overall example of bad side of the Hufflepuff - too fixated on the rules (so religion in this case).
Helen Burns - Ravenclaw, sterotypically academic smart, but also curious beyond (reading books and not allowing Jane to disturb her when a couple of pages are left). She was also very principled, but she was able to explain and back it as “philosophically” as a young girl can. She was very demanding of herself and learned everything she could, she also accepted any - even not necessary - criticism to always improve. Also, guilty of daydreaming, as half of Ravenclaw tower probably.
Maria Temple - Ravenclaw/Hufflepuff. She was passionate about teaching, tried to be fair and cared deeply about her pupils, but also had this dreamy/cheerful vibe going on.
Richard Mason - Gryffindor. He’s Neville-style of Gryffindor, so one of those who don’t seem like it, but find courage in the most important moment. He eventually stood up for what was right according to him.