GU7 1BL is a sought-after residential area on Latimer Road, 0.2km from Crownpits in Godalming. Administratively it sits within Godalming Central and Ockford ward and the South West Surrey constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU7, GU7 1BL offers a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (50% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £795k, up 48.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GU7 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00157609 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LATIMER ROAD, GU7 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LATIMER ROAD, GU7 1BL.
260
38
£ 64,400 /yr
64%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU7 1BL 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. GU7 1BL's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership, and £795k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £795k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 48.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU7 1BL. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 577,750
4 sales · Mean £ 647,625
Terraced
£ 431,725
2 sales · Mean £ 431,725
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU7 1BL has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
The Wharf Nursery School
Moss Lane School
St Edmund's Catholic Primary School
Busbridge Infant School
Busbridge CofE Aided Junior School
Godalming Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Londis Ockford Road0.7 km
- Amy Lou's0.5 km
- Argos0.4 km
- Arthouse Unlimited0.6 km
- Godalming Fish0.5 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Godalming Cafe0.6 km
- Huskins0.4 km
- Pizza Express0.6 km
- The Godalming Food Company0.6 km
- The Journalist Coffee0.6 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Godalming Kebab0.6 km
- Oriental Chef0.6 km
- Deep Blue0.5 km
- Sushi Daily0.5 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Fox And Finch0.7 km
- The Borough Hall0.5 km
- The Volunteer0.4 km
- The Jack Phillips0.5 km
- The Richmond Arms0.6 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Kings Arms Royal Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Godalming0.9 km
- Farncombe1.7 km
- Milford (Surrey)2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Munstead Wood0.0 km
- Munstead Wood0.0 km
- Croft Road Turn0.2 km
- Brighton Road Turn0.2 km
- Croft Road / Brighton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU71BL · Data under Open Government Licence