Postcode Analysis Waverley, South East

GU26 6BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU26 6BW.

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Population

212

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 58,500 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU26 6BW's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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 6BW is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Nutcombe in Waverley. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Haslemere Critchmere and Shottermill ward and the South West Surrey constituency.

The people who live in GU26 6BW are typical of a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 32 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Waverley.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 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 6BW are sourced from Output Area E00157674 (shared with 7 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 6BW. The average age is 31.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.2%
Asian / British Asian45.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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

GU26 6BW has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Woolmer Hill School

Good780 pupils1.4 km
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Grayshott Church of England Controlled Primary School

Good200 pupils1.5 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
  • Kaighin & Daughter0.9 km
  • The Cabbage Patch0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Fox & Pelican0.9 km
  • Grayshott Social Club1.0 km
  • Royal British Legion0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Red Rose Tearoom0.8 km
  • The Bayleaf0.7 km
  • The Counter0.9 km
  • Himalayan Garden0.9 km
  • Village Café0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Famous Chef0.9 km
  • Frankies0.9 km
  • Grayshott Kebab0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Haslemere2.4 km
  • Liphook5.6 km
  • Witley7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Portsmouth Road0.2 km
  • Portsmouth Road0.2 km
  • High Pitfold0.3 km
  • High Pitfold0.4 km
  • Portsmouth Road Junction0.4 km