GU31 4AF is a well-regarded residential area on College Street, 0.4km from Petersfield in Petersfield. Administratively it sits within Petersfield St Peter's ward and the East Hampshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU31, GU31 4AF offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 60) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 75% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 60 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £735k.
Census 2021 statistics for GU31 4AF are sourced from Output Area E00115031 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COLLEGE STREET, GU31 4AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLLEGE STREET, GU31 4AF.
225
60
£ 46,700 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU31 4AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 75% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, GU31 4AF is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 60).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU31 4AF. The average age is 60.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 735,000
1 sales · Mean £ 735,000
Semi-Detached
£ 740,000
1 sales · Mean £ 740,000
Detached
£ 815,000
3 sales · Mean £ 750,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around GU31 4AF is moderate at 60 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.
school Local Schools
Petersfield Infant School
Herne Junior School
The Petersfield School
Sheet Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
30 nearby- Euro Garages, including Subway and Greggs0.6 km
- Petersfield Open Air Pool0.3 km
- Rowswells0.3 km
- Simply African Food Ltd0.4 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.3 km
- + 25 more
Pub, NightClub
16 nearby- Herne Farm Leisure Centre0.6 km
- Petersfield Town FC0.4 km
- Black Sheep0.5 km
- George0.4 km
- Petersfield Bowls and Snooker Club0.4 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.6 km
- Lidl0.5 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.3 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- The Plump Duck0.6 km
- TSK Petersfield0.6 km
- Chinwag's0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Hong Kong House0.4 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Causeway Guest House0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Cloisters Continental Cafe0.4 km
- Gallery No 300.3 km
- La Piazzetta0.4 km
- Lemon Grass0.5 km
- Malabon Tandoori Restaurant0.5 km
- + 26 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Petersfield0.5 km
- Liss5.1 km
- Liphook11.8 km
Bus Stops
- King George Avenue0.1 km
- King George Avenue0.1 km
- Waitrose Car Park0.2 km
- Waitrose Car Park0.2 km
- Tor Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GU314AF · Data under Open Government Licence