Is GU16 6AR a safe place to live?

Yes, GU16 6AR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 20 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in GU16 6AR?

The average property price in GU16 6AR is currently around £417k.

What is the population of GU16 6AR?

The population for the GU16 6AR area is approximately 356 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Surrey Heath, South East

GRAYSWOOD DRIVE, GU16 6AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRAYSWOOD DRIVE, GU16 6AR.

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Population

356

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 61,700 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU16 6AR 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10

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8/10

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2/10

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10/10

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3/10

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9/10

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5/10

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10/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. GU16 6AR spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. £417k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GU16 6AR is a sought-after residential area on Grayswood Drive, 0.7km from Mytchett in Ash and Ash Vale. Administratively it sits within Mytchett & Deepcut ward and the Surrey Heath constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU16, GU16 6AR offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 94% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £417k.

Census 2021 statistics for GU16 6AR are sourced from Output Area E00156983 (shared with 8 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 GU16 6AR. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%

Asian / British Asian1.4%

Black / African / Caribbean1.1%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 39%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 395,000

5 sales · Mean £ 412,000

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

GU16 6AR has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences23

Public order13

Criminal damage and arson4

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

Holly Lodge Primary Academy

Good422 pupils0.6 km

South Farnborough Junior School

Outstanding407 pupils1.2 km

Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy

Good258 pupils1.4 km

South Farnborough Infant School

Outstanding294 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Mytchett Community Centre0.5 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Welcome Mytchett0.9 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Canal Cafe0.6 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Woodstock Stores0.4 km
Suzanne May T/A Dragonfly Therapy Ltd0.3 km
BP Mytchett SF Connect0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

North Camp1.0 km
Ash Vale1.1 km
Farnborough2.1 km

Bus Stops

Glenmount Road0.2 km
Glenmount Road0.2 km
Jubilee Road0.4 km
Jubilee Road0.4 km