GU9 7JA is a well-regarded residential area on Castle Street, 0.2km from Farnham in Farnham. Administratively it sits within Farnham Castle ward and the South West Surrey constituency.
For renters and young professionals, GU9 7JA offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 48% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 110 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £652k. 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 GU9 7JA are sourced from Output Area E00157477 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLE STREET, GU9 7JA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE STREET, GU9 7JA.
453
37
£ 49,900 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU9 7JA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
GU9 7JA is an established family neighbourhood — 52% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £652k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU9 7JA. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 555,500
11 sales · Mean £ 608,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around GU9 7JA is above average at 110 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
St Andrew's Church of England Infant School
Potters Gate CofE Primary School
St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School
Highfield South Farnham School
The Abbey School
South Farnham School
The Ridgeway School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Castello0.1 km
- Devotea0.2 km
- Bloom0.2 km
- Blue Bear Bookshop Ltd0.2 km
- Cafeology0.4 km
- + 39 more
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.2 km
- BP Farnham SF Connect0.7 km
- Cupsmith0.6 km
- Farnham Wholefoods0.3 km
- Gin & Chocolate Ltd0.2 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Borelli's Bar and Restaurant0.2 km
- Farnham Conservative Club0.2 km
- Farnham Masonic Club0.1 km
- The Hop Blossom0.1 km
- The Glass House/Students' Union0.3 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.2 km
- Papa Johns0.7 km
- Tasty House0.7 km
- Kingfish Fish & Chip Shop0.7 km
- Spice Station0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Farnham Bush Hotel0.2 km
- The Mulberry0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farnham0.7 km
- Aldershot4.3 km
- Bentley6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Castle Street0.0 km
- Castle Street0.1 km
- The Borough0.2 km
- Borough0.2 km
- Downing Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU97JA · Data under Open Government Licence