Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU2 4DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU2 4DU.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 79,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU2 4DU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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6/10
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10/10
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7/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU2 4DU combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£865k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £865k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

GU2 4DU is a sought-after residential area on Portsmouth Road, 0.3km from St. Catherine's in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Friary and St Nicolas ward and the Guildford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU2, GU2 4DU offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £865k. 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 GU2 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00155326 (shared with 17 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 GU2 4DU. 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 / British90.4%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 1,750,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,616,666

Terraced

£ 413,750

10 sales · Mean £ 422,807

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

GU2 4DU has low crime rates — 21 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 offences12
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour7
Other theft5
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School

Good90 pupils0.6 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils0.9 km
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Pewley Down Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils1.3 km
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Sandfield Primary School

Good210 pupils1.6 km
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Shalford Infant School

Good120 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • YT-Industries0.8 km
  • St Nicolas PCC0.9 km
  • Olivo0.8 km
  • Yvonne Arnaud Theatre0.8 km
  • Cote Brasserie1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Mount News and Wine0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Clockwork Kitchen1.0 km
  • White House Public House0.9 km
  • Ye Olde Ship Inn0.0 km
  • Kings Head Public House1.0 km
  • The Britannia0.8 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Guildford Charcoal Grill1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station1.2 km
  • Guildford1.3 km
  • Shalford1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Law College0.0 km
  • Law College0.0 km
  • Guildown Road0.2 km
  • Guildown Road0.3 km