Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

GU1 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU1 1BJ.

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Population

414

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 56,200 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. GU1 1BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 26, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

GU1 1BJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Guildford Park in Guildford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Friary and St Nicolas ward and the Guildford constituency.

The people who live in GU1 1BJ are typical of a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The predominance of young residents (average age 26) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. The area has a notably diverse population — 44% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Guildford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GU1 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00190506 (shared with 1037 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 GU1 1BJ. The average age is 25.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British55.9%
Asian / British Asian22.0%
Black / African / Caribbean6.1%
Other / Mixed16.0%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

GU1 1BJ has low crime rates — 38 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 offences68
Anti-social behaviour31
Other theft22
Public order19
Bicycle theft17

school Local Schools

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Sandfield Primary School

Good210 pupils0.9 km
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The Hope Service

Outstanding0 pupils1.0 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils1.1 km
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Wey Valley College

Outstanding21 pupils1.1 km
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Queen Eleanor's Church of England School

Good346 pupils1.1 km
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Stoughton Infant School

Outstanding312 pupils1.3 km
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Christ's College, Guildford

Good659 pupils1.3 km
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Weyfield Academy

Requires Improvement203 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Chinese Taste - Eastern European Food0.8 km
  • Cliche0.8 km
  • Primark1.0 km
  • Best Biltong0.8 km
  • Southway Express1.0 km
  • + 19 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

14 nearby
  • Lloyds Number 1 Bar0.9 km
  • The Five And Lime1.0 km
  • Holroyd Arms0.8 km
  • Astolat0.9 km
  • Wooden Bridge0.6 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

40 nearby
  • Bamboo Garden0.8 km
  • Bubble CiTea0.9 km
  • canopy coffee house0.9 km
  • Cocco1.0 km
  • Costa0.8 km
  • + 35 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.6 km
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Anaj Indian Takeaway0.9 km
  • Tiffins / Miah0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Diamond Kebab House0.8 km
  • Hungry Boys0.6 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station0.8 km
  • Guildford1.2 km
  • London Road (Guildford)1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • University of Surrey Duke of Kent Building0.2 km
  • University of Surrey AX Building0.3 km
  • University of Surrey AX Building0.3 km
  • Health Centre0.3 km
  • University of Surrey Senate Square0.3 km