Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

GU2 7RQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU2 7RQ.

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Population

279

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 61,800 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU2 7RQ 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.

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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

GU2 7RQ is an established family neighbourhood — 56% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

GU2 7RQ is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Park Barn in Wood Street Village. Administratively it sits within Worplesdon ward and the Guildford constituency.

For families considering a move, GU2 7RQ represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GU2 7RQ are sourced from Output Area E00155588 (shared with 18 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 7RQ. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

GU2 7RQ 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 offences71
Anti-social behaviour20
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Guildford Grove Primary School

Good416 pupils0.4 km
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Kings College Guildford

Good418 pupils0.6 km
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Wood Street Infant School

Outstanding75 pupils1.1 km
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Onslow Infant School

Good168 pupils1.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good629 pupils1.4 km
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Wey Valley College

Outstanding21 pupils1.4 km
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Queen Eleanor's Church of England School

Good346 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Vet School Cafe0.8 km
  • Surrey Technology Centre0.4 km
  • Hospitality, Catering Conference Services0.4 km
  • Pitchside Coffee0.9 km
  • The Bench Bar0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Park Barn Community Club0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • North Guildford Food Bank0.3 km
  • Premier Southway Stores0.3 km
  • Southway News Limited0.5 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Little Gables0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station2.5 km
  • Guildford3.2 km
  • London Road (Guildford)3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Rickyard0.2 km
  • Surrey Research Park0.2 km
  • Rickyard0.2 km
  • Blackwell Avenue0.2 km
  • Blackwell Avenue0.2 km