GU2 4DU is a sought-after residential area on Portsmouth Road, 0.3km from St. Catherine's in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Friary and St Nicolas ward and the Guildford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU2, GU2 4DU offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £865k. 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 GU2 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00155326 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU2 4DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PORTSMOUTH ROAD, GU2 4DU.
282
45
£ 79,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU2 4DU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU2 4DU combines high owner-occupation (74%), strong property values (£865k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £865k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU2 4DU. 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
Detached
£ 1,750,000
3 sales · Mean £ 1,616,666
Terraced
£ 413,750
10 sales · Mean £ 422,807
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU2 4DU has low crime rates — 21 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.
school Local Schools
St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School
Guildford County School
Pewley Down Infant School
Sandfield Primary School
Shalford Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- YT-Industries0.8 km
- St Nicolas PCC0.9 km
- Olivo0.8 km
- Yvonne Arnaud Theatre0.8 km
- Cote Brasserie1.0 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Mount News and Wine0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Clockwork Kitchen1.0 km
- White House Public House0.9 km
- Ye Olde Ship Inn0.0 km
- Kings Head Public House1.0 km
- The Britannia0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Guildford Charcoal Grill1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guildford Station1.2 km
- Guildford1.3 km
- Shalford1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Law College0.0 km
- Law College0.0 km
- Guildown Road0.2 km
- Guildown Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: GU24DU · Data under Open Government Licence