Postcode Analysis Chichester, South East

OAKWOOD CLOSE, GU29 9QS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKWOOD CLOSE, GU29 9QS.

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Population

267

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 45,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU29 9QS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU29 9QS combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£277k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £277k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 7.7% year-on-year.

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

GU29 9QS is a sought-after residential area on Oakwood Close, 0.6km from Midhurst in Midhurst. Administratively it sits within Midhurst ward and the Chichester constituency.

For serious buyers, GU29 9QS is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £277k, up 7.7% year-on-year. 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 GU29 9QS are sourced from Output Area E00160705 (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 GU29 9QS. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 292,500

16 sales · Mean £ 291,875

Flat

£ 166,250

4 sales · Mean £ 159,375

Semi-Detached

£ 272,500

2 sales · Mean £ 272,500

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

GU29 9QS has low crime rates — 10 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 offences15
Anti-social behaviour6
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Midhurst CofE Primary School

Good202 pupils0.4 km
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Midhurst Rother College

Outstanding1122 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Spread Eagle Hotel0.8 km
  • The Angel Inn0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Swan Inn0.8 km
  • The Wheatsheaf0.7 km
  • Faustinos Wine Bar0.9 km
  • The Midhurst Club0.9 km
  • Half Moon0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Comestibles0.8 km
  • Fitzcanes0.9 km
  • The Bricklayers Arms0.7 km
  • The Midhurst Bakery0.9 km
  • The Olive And Vine0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Hong Kong Kitchen0.9 km
  • Golden Leaf0.5 km
  • Midhurst Grill0.9 km
  • Ocean Blue0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Liphook10.6 km
  • Haslemere12.0 km
  • Liss12.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Oakwood Close0.1 km
  • Bepton Road Recycling Site0.1 km
  • Bepton Road Recycling Site0.1 km
  • Holmbush Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Holmbush Convenience Store0.2 km