GU4 7BJ is a sought-after residential area on Merrow Common Road, 0.8km from Bushy Hill in Guildford. Administratively it sits within Merrow ward and the Guildford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU4, GU4 7BJ offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 89% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £883k. 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 GU4 7BJ are sourced from Output Area E00155387 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERROW COMMON ROAD, GU4 7BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERROW COMMON ROAD, GU4 7BJ.
293
44
£ 71,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU4 7BJ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. GU4 7BJ's low deprivation rank, 89% ownership, and £883k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £883k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU4 7BJ. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 850,000
3 sales · Mean £ 817,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU4 7BJ has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Merrow CofE Controlled Infant School
Bushy Hill Junior School
St Peter's Catholic School
George Abbot School
Boxgrove Primary School
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Burpham Foundation Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Subway1.0 km
- Chitoi0.5 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.5 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- The Little Market Co0.4 km
- Pantiles Service Station1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Clandon2.2 km
- London Road (Guildford)2.9 km
- Guildford3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Merrow Lane0.2 km
- Merrow Lane0.2 km
- Fitzjohn Close0.3 km
- Fitzjohn Close0.3 km
- Kingfisher Drive Shops0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GU47BJ · Data under Open Government Licence