Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

GU2 4BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU2 4BG.

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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

No single demographic signal dominates GU2 4BG — age 26, 38% ownership, 32% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

GU2 4BG is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Woodbridge Hill 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.

Day-to-day life in GU2 4BG has the character of a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With an average age of just 26, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 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 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for GU2 4BG 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 GU2 4BG. 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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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

GU2 4BG has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences66
Shoplifting64
Anti-social behaviour35
Other theft24
Public order23

school Local Schools

A

The Hope Service

Outstanding0 pupils0.9 km
P

Sandfield Primary School

Good210 pupils0.9 km
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Wey Valley College

Outstanding21 pupils1.1 km
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Christ's College, Guildford

Good659 pupils1.2 km
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Weyfield Academy

Requires Improvement203 pupils1.2 km
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Stoughton Infant School

Outstanding312 pupils1.2 km
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Queen Eleanor's Church of England School

Good346 pupils1.3 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Chinese Taste - Eastern European Food0.9 km
  • Cliche1.0 km
  • Best Biltong0.8 km
  • Furniture Village0.5 km
  • Jewson Timber Building Services Ltd0.4 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Bamboo Garden1.0 km
  • canopy coffee house1.0 km
  • Costa0.9 km
  • Paul's Cafe1.0 km
  • Burger King0.5 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.5 km
  • Morrisons Daily1.0 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Tiffins / Miah0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • Diamond Kebab House0.9 km
  • Hungry Boys0.5 km
  • Pizzaman0.5 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Holroyd Arms0.8 km
  • Row Barge Public House0.9 km
  • Wooden Bridge0.5 km
  • Labyrinth Guildford1.0 km
  • Stoke0.8 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station0.9 km
  • Guildford1.3 km
  • London Road (Guildford)1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodbridge Meadows0.3 km
  • Woodbridge Retail Park0.3 km
  • Woodbridge Meadows0.3 km
  • Woodbridge Retail Park0.3 km
  • University of Surrey Duke of Kent Building0.4 km