Postcode Analysis Surrey Heath, South East

MYRTLE CLOSE, GU18 5QR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MYRTLE CLOSE, GU18 5QR.

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Population

292

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU18 5QR 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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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU18 5QR's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £587k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 15.6% year-on-year.

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

GU18 5QR is a sought-after residential area on Myrtle Close, 0.7km 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 5QR offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £587k, up 15.6% 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 5QR are sourced from Output Area E00156959 (shared with 5 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 5QR. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian4.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 587,500

2 sales · Mean £ 587,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

GU18 5QR has low crime rates — 4 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime4
Other theft2
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Lightwater Village School

Good173 pupils0.6 km
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Hammond School

Good326 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • BP Lightwater SF Connect0.6 km
  • Brons News0.6 km
  • Cook0.6 km
  • Lightwater Newsagents0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Lightwater Club0.7 km
  • The Red Lion0.7 km
  • The Crossley Club0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Adriatico Authentic Italian Food0.8 km
  • Mei's Kitchen0.6 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.6 km
  • Cinnamon Palace0.6 km
  • Oysters Fish & Chip Shop0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Randalls0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bagshot2.3 km
  • Camberley5.3 km
  • Brookwood5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Briar Avenue East0.2 km
  • Blackthorn Drive0.3 km
  • Lightwater Road0.3 km
  • Osborne Drive0.3 km
  • Lightwater Road0.3 km