Postcode Analysis Waverley, South East

PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU26 6AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU26 6AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

572

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 58,000 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU26 6AJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

GU26 6AJ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 70% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. 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

GU26 6AJ is a sought-after residential area on Portsmouth Road, 0.2km from Hindhead in Hindhead. Administratively it sits within Hindhead ward and the South West Surrey constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU26, GU26 6AJ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% 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. 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 GU26 6AJ are sourced from Output Area E00157708 (shared with 22 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 GU26 6AJ. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

GU26 6AJ has low crime rates — 21 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour14
Public order4
Other theft4
Other crime2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Hindhead Service Station0.0 km
  • Cookie Bar0.2 km
  • Royal Parade Stores0.2 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Devil's Punchbowl Hotel0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cafe Twenty50.2 km
  • The Devil's Punchbowl Cafe0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Friars0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Haslemere2.9 km
  • Liphook6.5 km
  • Witley6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Morland Close0.1 km
  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Crossroads0.1 km
  • Portsmouth Road0.1 km