Is GU2 8LT a safe place to live?

Yes, GU2 8LT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in GU2 8LT?

The average property price in GU2 8LT is currently around £459k.

What is the population of GU2 8LT?

The population for the GU2 8LT area is approximately 443 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

APPLEGARTH AVENUE, GU2 8LT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for APPLEGARTH AVENUE, GU2 8LT.

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Population

443

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 52,100 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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3/10

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9/10

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6/10

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4/10

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9/10

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7/10

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6/10

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6/10

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7/10

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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. GU2 8LT's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £459k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 9.4% year-on-year.

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

GU2 8LT is a safe, established residential area on Applegarth Avenue, 0.5km from Pinks Hill in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Westborough ward and the Guildford constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £459k, down 9.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for GU2 8LT are sourced from Output Area E00155543 (shared with 10 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 8LT. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.4%

Asian / British Asian15.3%

Black / African / Caribbean3.2%

Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 430,000

9 sales · Mean £ 431,555

Terraced

£ 520,000

1 sales · Mean £ 520,000

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

GU2 8LT has low crime rates — 13 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 offences45

Anti-social behaviour13

Public order7

Criminal damage and arson6

Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

Guildford Grove Primary School

Good416 pupils0.6 km

Kings College Guildford

Good418 pupils0.7 km

Wood Street Infant School

Outstanding75 pupils0.8 km

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good629 pupils1.3 km

Wey Valley College

Outstanding21 pupils1.4 km

Worplesdon Primary School

Good539 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Hospitality, Catering Conference Services0.7 km
Surrey Technology Centre0.7 km

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Park Barn Community Club0.7 km
Royal Oak Public House0.8 km

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby

North Guildford Food Bank0.4 km
Premier Southway Stores0.5 km
Renourish limited1.0 km
Southway News Limited0.7 km
Wood Street P.O. and Store0.9 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Little Gables0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Guildford Station2.8 km
Guildford3.4 km
Wanborough3.5 km

Bus Stops

Blackwell Avenue0.1 km
Blackwell Avenue0.1 km
Little Platt0.2 km
Little Platt0.2 km
Little Platt0.3 km