Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

THE MOUNT, GU2 4JA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE MOUNT, GU2 4JA.

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Population

231

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 79,400 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU2 4JA 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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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU2 4JA's low deprivation rank, 70% ownership, and £767k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £767k.

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

GU2 4JA is a well-regarded residential area on The Mount, 0.3km from Guildford 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 4JA offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are high (271 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Prices average £767k. 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 4JA are sourced from Output Area E00155322 (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 GU2 4JA. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.1%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed7.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 707,500

10 sales · Mean £ 729,450

Detached

£ 638,750

2 sales · Mean £ 638,750

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

Crime rates near GU2 4JA are high at 271 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 offences556
Shoplifting157
Public order120
Anti-social behaviour118
Criminal damage and arson57

school Local Schools

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St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School

Good90 pupils0.2 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils0.3 km
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Sandfield Primary School

Good210 pupils0.9 km
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Pewley Down Infant School

Outstanding181 pupils1.0 km
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Queen Eleanor's Church of England School

Good346 pupils1.2 km
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Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School

Good384 pupils1.5 km
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Onslow Infant School

Good168 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

33 nearby
  • Brown Bread0.6 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
  • Nespresso UK LTD0.6 km
  • Anthropologie0.7 km
  • Holland & Barrett (Friary)0.5 km
  • + 28 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

29 nearby
  • Alley Bar0.5 km
  • Journeys0.7 km
  • Kerrera Bar0.7 km
  • Kings Head Public House0.5 km
  • The Boileroom1.0 km
  • + 24 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

86 nearby
  • Atto0.5 km
  • Cosy Club0.6 km
  • Cote Brasserie0.5 km
  • De Nada0.6 km
  • Deli Italy0.5 km
  • + 81 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Pizza GoGo0.5 km
  • Street Cups0.6 km
  • Subway Friary Ltd0.5 km
  • Oriental Express0.6 km
  • Shakeaway0.5 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.5 km
  • Co-operative Group0.6 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.4 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Angel View0.9 km
  • Vaughan House0.9 km
  • Asperion Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station0.4 km
  • Guildford0.8 km
  • London Road (Guildford)1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Mareschal Road0.1 km
  • Mareschal Road0.1 km
  • Cemetery0.1 km
  • Mount Pleasant0.1 km
  • Mount Pleasant0.1 km