Postcode Analysis Woking, South East

ALEXANDRA GARDENS, GU21 2DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDRA GARDENS, GU21 2DG.

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Population

310

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 65,000 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU21 2DG 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.

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9/10
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5/10
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6/10
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5/10
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9/10
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8/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU21 2DG's low deprivation rank, 83% ownership, and £569k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £569k. Property prices are trending down 3.5% year-on-year.

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

GU21 2DG is a well-regarded residential area on Alexandra Gardens, 0.1km from Knaphill in Woking. Administratively it sits within Knaphill ward and the Woking constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU21, GU21 2DG offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 82 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £569k, down 3.5% 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 GU21 2DG are sourced from Output Area E00157902 (shared with 15 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 GU21 2DG. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian5.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 575,000

19 sales · Mean £ 551,184

Semi-Detached

£ 470,000

2 sales · Mean £ 470,000

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

Crime around GU21 2DG is moderate at 82 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 offences305
Public order44
Anti-social behaviour30
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson24

school Local Schools

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Knaphill School

Good305 pupils0.4 km
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The Knaphill Lower School

Requires Improvement275 pupils0.6 km
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St John's Primary School

Requires Improvement246 pupils0.7 km
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St Hugh of Lincoln Catholic Primary School

Good211 pupils0.7 km
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The Oaktree School

Requires Improvement265 pupils1.0 km
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The Hermitage School

Good303 pupils1.0 km
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The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College

Good1491 pupils1.2 km
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Beaufort Primary School

Good506 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Bottle & Basket0.9 km
  • Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.7 km
  • Co-op Stores0.2 km
  • Harry And Kays0.8 km
  • Kandy & Vape0.2 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Crown Public House0.2 km
  • The Garibaldi0.5 km
  • Knaphill Working Mens Club0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Asiana Restaurant0.9 km
  • Cafe 680.2 km
  • Eastern Taste0.3 km
  • Ernie's Corner Café & Bakery0.3 km
  • Radley's Cafe0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Charcoal Grill0.2 km
  • Dragon Inn0.2 km
  • Knaphill Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Out To Lunch0.9 km
  • Peking Take Away0.3 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Brookwood2.0 km
  • Worplesdon4.0 km
  • Woking (Main)4.1 km

Bus Stops

  • The Vyne Health Centre0.1 km
  • Sussex Road0.2 km
  • The Vyne Health Centre0.2 km
  • Sussex Road0.2 km
  • Queen's Road0.2 km