GU18 is a postcode district in Surrey Heath, South East, covering 144 active and 93 retired postcodes.
The largest share of GU18 (20%) is characterised by a comfortable family suburb — semi-detached homes, good schools, low crime, alongside a suburban area with older residents still working, typically homeowners (15%). A further 12% of the district is made up of a quiet, leafy suburb popular with retirees in large detached homes. This mix of 7 distinct neighbourhood types makes GU18 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in GU18 are around £706k, up 29.8% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across GU18 is moderate at 101 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. An average age of 47 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full GU18 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Surrey Heath, South East
GU18 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the GU18 postcode area.
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Population6,543
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Avg Age47
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Avg Income£ 66,400 /yr
work
Employed51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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8/10family_restroomFamily
9/10favoriteHealth
3/10workEmployment
10/10diversity_3Diversity
2/10paymentsAffluence
10/10directions_transitTransit
7/10homeHome Ownership
10/10trending_upInvestment
6/10psychology
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU18 combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£706k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £706k. Property prices are trending up 29.8% year-on-year.
home £706,000 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British91.4%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed3.0%
Economic Activity
51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences198
Anti-social behaviour100
Shoplifting80
Other theft70
Vehicle crime57
school Local Schools
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Hammond School
Good326 pupils
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Lightwater Village School
Good173 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
fastfood
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Adriatico Authentic Italian Food
- Cinnamon Palace
- Mei's Kitchen
- Oysters Fish & Chip Shop
- Papa Johns Pizza
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Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Boots UK Ltd
- BP Lightwater SF Connect
- Brons News
- Cook
- Lightwater Newsagents
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Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-operative Group
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Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Lightwater Club
- The Crossley Club
- The Red Lion
restaurant
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Lightwater Country Park Cafe
- Randalls
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Area Profile: GU18 · Data under Open Government Licence