GU29 9BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Holmbush Way, 0.7km from Midhurst in Midhurst. Administratively it sits within Midhurst ward and the Chichester constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GU29 9BS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a town fringe countryside zone — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 69% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £220k.
Census 2021 statistics for GU29 9BS are sourced from Output Area E00160707 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLMBUSH WAY, GU29 9BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLMBUSH WAY, GU29 9BS.
254
48
£ 45,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU29 9BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
GU29 9BS has a significant social housing presence — 69% 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 GU29 9BS. The average age is 48.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 220,000
1 sales · Mean £ 220,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU29 9BS has low crime rates — 15 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
Midhurst CofE Primary School
Midhurst Rother College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Down To Earth0.7 km
- The Crafty Pint Shop0.8 km
- The Greenhouse0.9 km
- Boots0.9 km
- Dummers0.7 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Spread Eagle Hotel0.8 km
- The Angel Inn0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Swan Inn0.8 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.7 km
- Faustinos Wine Bar0.9 km
- Royal Oak0.9 km
- The Midhurst Club1.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Comestibles0.8 km
- Fitzcanes0.9 km
- The Bricklayers Arms0.7 km
- The Midhurst Bakery1.0 km
- The Olive And Vine0.9 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Hong Kong Kitchen0.9 km
- Golden Leaf0.5 km
- Midhurst Grill1.0 km
- Ocean Blue0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Liphook10.7 km
- Haslemere12.2 km
- Liss12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Holmbush Convenience Store0.0 km
- Holmbush Convenience Store0.0 km
- Holmbush Way0.1 km
- Oakwood Close0.1 km
- Heathfield Green0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GU299BS · Data under Open Government Licence