GU27 1BF is a sought-after residential area on Playing Field Close, 0.8km from Haslemere in Haslemere. Administratively it sits within Haslemere East and Grayswood ward and the South West Surrey constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GU27 1BF is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k. 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 GU27 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00157704 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PLAYING FIELD CLOSE, GU27 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLAYING FIELD CLOSE, GU27 1BF.
377
39
£ 62,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
GU27 1BF has a significant social housing presence — 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU27 1BF. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU27 1BF has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Bartholomew's CofE Aided Primary School
Shottermill Junior School
Shottermill Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- The Courtyard Cafe0.9 km
- ASK0.7 km
- Coppa Club0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Pizza Express0.7 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- The Original Factory Shop0.7 km
- RedH0.7 km
- Select And Save0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Swan Inn0.8 km
- The White Horse Hotel0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Puccino's Kiosk0.9 km
- Pizzaman0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose Ltd0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Smokies at HarperHarper's Steakhouse0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Haslemere0.9 km
- Witley6.3 km
- Liphook6.8 km
Bus Stops
- High Lane Community Centre0.1 km
- St Bart's School0.2 km
- Highbury Grove0.2 km
- Kilnfields0.2 km
- High Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU271BF · Data under Open Government Licence