GU9 8SL is a sought-after residential area on Shortheath Road, 0.6km from Shortheath in Farnham. Administratively it sits within Farnham Shortheath and Boundstone ward and the South West Surrey constituency.
For serious buyers, GU9 8SL is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 47) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M. 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 8SL are sourced from Output Area E00157532 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHORTHEATH ROAD, GU9 8SL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHORTHEATH ROAD, GU9 8SL.
379
47
£ 61,500 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU9 8SL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. GU9 8SL's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.2M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU9 8SL. The average age is 46.5. 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
Detached
£ 1,160,000
3 sales · Mean £ 1,180,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU9 8SL has low crime rates — 8 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
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Highfield South Farnham School
Weydon School
The Ridgeway School
Potters Gate CofE Primary School
St Andrew's Church of England Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Rajveer Convenience Store1.0 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bat and Ball Freehouse0.8 km
- Lower Bourne Social Club0.7 km
- The Bourne Club0.8 km
- Yiayia's Kitchen0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Maison Restaurant1.0 km
- Lucky Star Restaurant0.6 km
- The Bengal Lounge1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Express0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jade Garden1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Farnham1.5 km
- Bentley5.0 km
- Aldershot6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Green Lane0.1 km
- Brambleton Avenue0.1 km
- Green Lane0.2 km
- Brambleton Avenue0.2 km
- Firfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GU98SL · Data under Open Government Licence