Postcode Analysis Surrey Heath, South East

GUILDFORD ROAD, GU18 5RL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GUILDFORD ROAD, GU18 5RL.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU18 5RL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU18 5RL's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £425k 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 up 102.3% year-on-year.

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

GU18 5RL is a sought-after residential area on Guildford Road, 0.7km from Lightwater in Lightwater. Administratively it sits within Lightwater ward and the Surrey Heath constituency.

For serious buyers, GU18 5RL is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% 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 £425k, up 102.3% 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 5RL are sourced from Output Area E00156964 (shared with 12 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 GU18 5RL. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.4%
Asian / British Asian8.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 348,000

9 sales · Mean £ 323,666

Semi-Detached

£ 448,000

5 sales · Mean £ 455,000

Detached

£ 482,000

7 sales · Mean £ 537,421

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

GU18 5RL has low crime rates — 20 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 offences26
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order5
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Lightwater Village School

Good173 pupils0.1 km
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Hammond School

Good326 pupils0.5 km
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Connaught Junior School

Good437 pupils1.0 km
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Bagshot Infant School

Good160 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • BP Lightwater SF Connect0.8 km
  • Brons News0.2 km
  • Cook0.8 km
  • Lightwater Newsagents0.8 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Lightwater Club0.8 km
  • The Red Lion0.5 km
  • The Crossley Club0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Adriatico Authentic Italian Food0.1 km
  • Mei's Kitchen0.8 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.8 km
  • Cinnamon Palace0.7 km
  • Oysters Fish & Chip Shop0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Lightwater Country Park Cafe0.9 km
  • Randalls0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bagshot1.6 km
  • Sunningdale5.1 km
  • Camberley5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Avenue0.0 km
  • The Avenue0.1 km
  • The Avenue0.1 km
  • Lovells Close0.3 km
  • Stonehill Road0.3 km