GU2 7XX is a well-regarded residential area located 0.4km from Park Barn in Guildford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Onslow ward and the Guildford constituency.
Day-to-day life in GU2 7XX has the character of a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of just 22, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Guildford.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 7XX are sourced from Output Area E00190472 (shared with 100 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GU2 7XX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU2 7XX.
3,593
22
£ 52,100 /yr
7%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU2 7XX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged 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.
Area Character
GU2 7XX has a highly multicultural community character — 46% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 22 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU2 7XX. The average age is 21.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around GU2 7XX is moderate at 62 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
Guildford Grove Primary School
Kings College Guildford
Queen Eleanor's Church of England School
Onslow Infant School
Wey Valley College
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Hospitality, Catering Conference Services0.5 km
- Georgies Kitchen0.9 km
- Pitchside Coffee0.6 km
- The Bench Bar0.6 km
- Vet School Cafe0.5 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Park Barn Community Club0.8 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- North Guildford Food Bank0.5 km
- Premier Southway Stores0.4 km
- Southway News Limited0.3 km
- Southway Express0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Southway Chicken House / Southway Pizza House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Guildford Station1.9 km
- Guildford2.6 km
- London Road (Guildford)3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Royal Surrey Hospital0.1 km
- Royal Surrey Hospital0.1 km
- Royal Surrey Hospital0.1 km
- Egerton Road0.1 km
- Egerton Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: GU27XX · Data under Open Government Licence