GU2 4JA is a well-regarded residential area on The Mount, 0.3km from Guildford 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 4JA offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are high (271 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £767k. 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 4JA are sourced from Output Area E00155322 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE MOUNT, GU2 4JA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MOUNT, GU2 4JA.
231
43
£ 79,400 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU2 4JA 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. GU2 4JA's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £767k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £767k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU2 4JA. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 707,500
10 sales · Mean £ 729,450
Detached
£ 638,750
2 sales · Mean £ 638,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near GU2 4JA are high at 271 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School
Guildford County School
Sandfield Primary School
Pewley Down Infant School
Queen Eleanor's Church of England School
Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School
Onslow Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
33 nearby- Brown Bread0.6 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Nespresso UK LTD0.6 km
- Anthropologie0.7 km
- Holland & Barrett (Friary)0.5 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Alley Bar0.5 km
- Journeys0.7 km
- Kerrera Bar0.7 km
- Kings Head Public House0.5 km
- The Boileroom1.0 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
86 nearby- Atto0.5 km
- Cosy Club0.6 km
- Cote Brasserie0.5 km
- De Nada0.6 km
- Deli Italy0.5 km
- + 81 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Pizza GoGo0.5 km
- Street Cups0.6 km
- Subway Friary Ltd0.5 km
- Oriental Express0.6 km
- Shakeaway0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
- Co-operative Group0.6 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
- Poundland0.7 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Angel View0.9 km
- Vaughan House0.9 km
- Asperion Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guildford Station0.4 km
- Guildford0.8 km
- London Road (Guildford)1.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mareschal Road0.1 km
- Mareschal Road0.1 km
- Cemetery0.1 km
- Mount Pleasant0.1 km
- Mount Pleasant0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GU24JA · Data under Open Government Licence