Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

STATION APPROACH, GU12 5LR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION APPROACH, GU12 5LR.

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Population

321

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 61,700 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU12 5LR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU12 5LR combines high owner-occupation (76%), strong property values (£231k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 7.3% year-on-year.

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

GU12 5LR is a sought-after residential area on Station Approach, 0.5km from Ash Vale in Ash and Ash Vale. Administratively it sits within Ash Vale ward and the Surrey Heath constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU12, GU12 5LR offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 76% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £231k, up 7.3% year-on-year. 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 GU12 5LR are sourced from Output Area E00155193 (shared with 16 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 GU12 5LR. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%
Asian / British Asian4.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 44%
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

£ 233,000

9 sales · Mean £ 232,111

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

GU12 5LR has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences22
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Shoplifting5

school Local Schools

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Holly Lodge Primary Academy

Good422 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Swan Public House0.8 km
  • The Old Ford0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Lavang0.2 km
  • The old Ford0.8 km
  • Carriages Cafe0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Woodstock Stores0.8 km
  • Suzanne May T/A Dragonfly Therapy Ltd0.9 km
  • Sanya Convenience Store0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Greedy Pig0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ash Vale0.0 km
  • North Camp0.8 km
  • Ash2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Ash Vale Rail Station0.1 km
  • Ash Vale Rail Station0.1 km
  • Ash Vale Rail Station0.1 km
  • Ash Vale Railway Station0.1 km
  • Ash Vale Railway Station0.2 km