GU18 5LD is a sought-after residential area on Miles Place, 0.8km from Lightwater in Lightwater. Administratively it sits within Lightwater ward and the Surrey Heath constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU18, GU18 5LD offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 85% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £388k, down 3.6% year-on-year. 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 GU18 5LD are sourced from Output Area E00156963 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILES PLACE, GU18 5LD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILES PLACE, GU18 5LD.
299
45
£ 65,000 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU18 5LD 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. GU18 5LD's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £388k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 3.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU18 5LD. The average age is 45.2. 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
Terraced
£ 373,500
6 sales · Mean £ 369,666
Semi-Detached
£ 395,000
1 sales · Mean £ 395,000
Flat
£ 405,000
1 sales · Mean £ 405,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
GU18 5LD has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hammond School
Lightwater Village School
Connaught Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Lightwater Country Park Cafe0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bagshot2.4 km
- Camberley4.2 km
- Frimley5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Corbett Drive0.3 km
- Corbett Drive0.3 km
- Sorrell Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GU185LD · Data under Open Government Licence