GU18 5PA is a sought-after residential area on Ling Drive, 0.6km 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 5PA offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £862k, down 7.1% 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 GU18 5PA are sourced from Output Area E00156947 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LING DRIVE, GU18 5PA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LING DRIVE, GU18 5PA.
318
43
£ 65,000 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU18 5PA 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. GU18 5PA's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £862k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £862k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 7.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU18 5PA. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 831,000
12 sales · Mean £ 818,495
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GU18 5PA has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hammond School
Lightwater Village School
Connaught Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lightwater Country Park Cafe0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bagshot2.4 km
- Camberley4.6 km
- Brookwood5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sorrell Drive0.1 km
- Corbett Drive0.1 km
- Corbett Drive0.1 km
- Briar Avenue West0.2 km
- The Briars Centre0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU185PA · Data under Open Government Licence