Postcode Analysis Waverley, South East

GU5 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GU5 0AF.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

336

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 63,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

GU5 0AF has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

GU5 0AF is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Shamley Green in Shamley Green. Administratively it sits within Shamley Green and Cranleigh North ward and the Guildford constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, GU5 0AF is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00157733 (shared with 5 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 0AF. The average age is 41.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

GU5 0AF has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences10
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Wonersh and Shamley Green CofE Aided Primary School

Good213 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.5 km
  • The Bricklayers Arms0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Forge on the Green0.5 km
  • Arbuthnot Hall0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shamley Green Stores0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chilworth3.2 km
  • Shalford4.0 km
  • Farncombe5.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Nursery Hill0.1 km
  • Nursery Hill0.2 km
  • Wonersh and Shamley Green School0.2 km
  • Wonersh and Shamley Green School0.2 km
  • Lords Hill Turning0.4 km