Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

EAST MEADS, GU2 7SP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST MEADS, GU2 7SP.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 56,200 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU2 7SP 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. 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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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU2 7SP's low deprivation rank, 91% ownership, and £975k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £975k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

GU2 7SP is a sought-after residential area on East Meads, 0.5km from Dennisville in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Onslow ward and the Guildford constituency.

For serious buyers, GU2 7SP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 91% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £975k. 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 7SP are sourced from Output Area E00155416 (shared with 19 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 7SP. The average age is 42.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.3%
Asian / British Asian5.4%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 877,500

8 sales · Mean £ 896,875

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

GU2 7SP has low crime rates — 8 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.

Violence and sexual offences28
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft6
Vehicle crime6
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Queen Eleanor's Church of England School

Good346 pupils0.1 km
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Onslow Infant School

Good168 pupils0.5 km
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Guildford County School

Outstanding1192 pupils0.9 km
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Kings College Guildford

Good418 pupils1.1 km
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Guildford Grove Primary School

Good416 pupils1.1 km
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Wey Valley College

Outstanding21 pupils1.3 km
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St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School

Good90 pupils1.3 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good629 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Southway Express0.9 km
  • Simply Fresh0.9 km
  • Cliche0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Asperion Hotel0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Astolat0.5 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Assessment and Qualifications Alliance0.6 km
  • Hillside Coffee0.9 km
  • Lakeside Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • Seasons Cafe & Kitchen0.7 km
  • Theatre0.9 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Diamond Kebab House1.0 km
  • Pizzaman0.9 km
  • Oriental Express0.7 km
  • Anaj Indian Takeaway0.5 km
  • Southway Chicken House / Southway Pizza House0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-operative Group0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Guildford Station1.2 km
  • Guildford1.9 km
  • London Road (Guildford)2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • East Meads0.1 km
  • Hedgeway0.1 km
  • Queen Eleanor's School0.2 km
  • Raymond Crescent0.2 km
  • Ellis Avenue0.3 km