Postcode Analysis Surrey Heath, South East

BARNETT LANE, GU18 5LE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNETT LANE, GU18 5LE.

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Population

299

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU18 5LE 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.

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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU18 5LE combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£451k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

GU18 5LE is a sought-after residential area on Barnett Lane, 0.9km from Lightwater in Lightwater. Administratively it sits within Lightwater ward and the Surrey Heath constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU18, GU18 5LE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £451k. 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 GU18 5LE are sourced from Output Area E00156963 (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 GU18 5LE. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.3%
Asian / British Asian10.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 542,500

6 sales · Mean £ 563,500

Terraced

£ 370,000

2 sales · Mean £ 370,000

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

GU18 5LE has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft5
Violence and sexual offences3
Burglary2
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Hammond School

Good326 pupils1.0 km
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Lightwater Village School

Good173 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Lightwater Country Park Cafe0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bagshot2.5 km
  • Camberley4.2 km
  • Frimley5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Corbett Drive0.2 km
  • Corbett Drive0.3 km
  • Sorrell Drive0.4 km