Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

BURNHAM GATE, GU1 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNHAM GATE, GU1 1BW.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 69,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: GU1 1BW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU1 1BW combines high owner-occupation (68%), strong property values (£299k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GU1 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Burnham Gate, 0.8km from Stoke Park in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Friary and St Nicolas ward and the Guildford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU1, GU1 1BW offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a regional business centres character: business quarters in major regional cities. An average age of 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 68% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £299k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for GU1 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00155329 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU1 1BW. The average age is 35.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.6%
Asian / British Asian9.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed5.7%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 299,975

8 sales · Mean £ 298,431

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

GU1 1BW has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences124
Anti-social behaviour60
Criminal damage and arson32
Public order31
Other theft25

school Local Schools

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Sandfield Primary School

Good210 pupils0.4 km
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Pewley Down Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils1.1 km
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Weyfield Academy

Requires Improvement203 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School

Good384 pupils1.3 km
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St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School

Good90 pupils1.4 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils1.4 km
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Christ's College, Guildford

Good659 pupils1.4 km
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The Hope Service

Outstanding0 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

46 nearby
  • Brown Bread0.9 km
  • Bellfields Stores1.0 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
  • G&J News1.0 km
  • + 41 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

105 nearby
  • Stoke Park Kiosk0.2 km
  • Atto0.9 km
  • Carmona Steak And Tapas0.8 km
  • Cosy Club0.9 km
  • De Nada0.8 km
  • + 100 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

25 nearby
  • Alley Bar0.9 km
  • Guildford City Social Club0.4 km
  • Journeys0.9 km
  • Kerrera Bar0.8 km
  • The Boileroom0.3 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Pizza GoGo1.0 km
  • Street Cups1.0 km
  • Kokoro0.8 km
  • Nuro0.7 km
  • Nuro Kebab House0.8 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Vaughan House0.7 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily1.0 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • London Road (Guildford)0.6 km
  • Guildford0.8 km
  • Guildford Station0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Queen's Road0.1 km
  • Guildford College0.2 km
  • Queen's Road0.2 km
  • Guildford College0.2 km
  • Cricket Ground0.3 km