Is GU2 4DW a safe place to live?

GU2 4DW has a moderate crime rate of 65 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is typical for this type of area in Guildford.

How much do houses cost in GU2 4DW?

The average property price in GU2 4DW is currently around £255k.

What is the population of GU2 4DW?

The population for the GU2 4DW area is approximately 332 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

THE PICCARDS, GU2 4DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PICCARDS, GU2 4DW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

groups

Population

332

cake

Avg Age

payments

Avg Income

£ 79,400 /yr

work

Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

infoHow calculated?

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

lightbulb

Index Insight: GU2 4DW 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

shieldSafety

9/10

family_restroomFamily

8/10

favoriteHealth

6/10

workEmployment

3/10

diversity_3Diversity

4/10

paymentsAffluence

10/10

directions_transitTransit

3/10

homeHome Ownership

10/10

trending_upInvestment

2/10

psychology

Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU2 4DW combines high owner-occupation (95%), strong property values (£255k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £255k. Property prices are trending up 29.0% year-on-year.

home £255,833 median price shield Safety 9/10

verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

GU2 4DW is a well-regarded residential area on The Piccards, 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 4DW offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £255k, up 29.0% 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 GU2 4DW are sourced from Output Area E00155324 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

mapGeographic Location

open_in_new Open Interactive Map

Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU2 4DW. The average age is 48.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 26%

Unemployed: 2%

lightbulb

Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

analytics Full Demographics Profile

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 240,000

10 sales · Mean £ 265,600

Terraced

£ 309,000

2 sales · Mean £ 309,000

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

Crime around GU2 4DW is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour44

Violence and sexual offences32

Public order7

Other theft5

Burglary2

school Local Schools

St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School

Good90 pupils0.7 km

Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils1.0 km

Pewley Down Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils1.4 km

Shalford Infant School

Good120 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby

YT-Industries0.8 km
St Nicolas PCC1.0 km
Olivo0.9 km
Yvonne Arnaud Theatre0.9 km
Open Grounds Cafe0.9 km

shopping_bag

Retailers - Other

1 nearby

The Mount News and Wine1.0 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby

White House Public House1.0 km
Ye Olde Ship Inn0.1 km
The Britannia0.9 km
The Cannon Guildford Ltd1.0 km
The Weyside0.8 km
+ 1 more