Postcode Analysis Guildford, South East

DRODGES CLOSE, GU5 0AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRODGES CLOSE, GU5 0AA.

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Population

266

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 63,300 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: GU5 0AA 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.

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7/10
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7/10
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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

GU5 0AA is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £586k, 76% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £586k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

GU5 0AA is a sought-after residential area on Drodges Close, 1.1km from Broadford in Shalford (Guildford). Administratively it sits within Shalford ward and the Guildford constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU5, GU5 0AA offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 76% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £586k. 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 GU5 0AA are sourced from Output Area E00155459 (shared with 15 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 GU5 0AA. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.4%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.1%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 482,250

4 sales · Mean £ 508,877

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

GU5 0AA has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Possession of weapons1

school Local Schools

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Gosden House School

Outstanding122 pupils0.4 km
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Bramley Oak Academy

Inadequate60 pupils0.7 km
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Bramley CofE Aided Infant School and Nursery

Outstanding113 pupils1.4 km
P

Shalford Infant School

Good120 pupils1.5 km
P

Tillingbourne Junior School

Good360 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Bramley's Apple the Greengrocer0.9 km
  • Co-Op1.0 km
  • Ultralink Services Ltd1.0 km
  • Kilfeather & Dumbrill Ltd1.0 km
  • Select Convenience0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Jolly Farmer1.0 km
  • Bramley Social Club0.8 km
  • The Wheatsheaf1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Kingfish1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Champan Tandoori1.0 km
  • Jade Inn1.0 km
  • The Nest Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Bramley Golf Club Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shalford1.4 km
  • Chilworth2.9 km
  • Farncombe3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Gosden House School0.5 km
  • Gosden House School0.5 km
  • Links Road0.5 km
  • Links Road0.5 km