GU6 7AZ is a safe, established residential area on The Ridings, 0.7km from Cranleigh in Cranleigh. Administratively it sits within Cranleigh East ward and the Guildford constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, GU6 7AZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 £330k.
Census 2021 statistics for GU6 7AZ are sourced from Output Area E00157413 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE RIDINGS, GU6 7AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE RIDINGS, GU6 7AZ.
318
42
£ 55,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 40% of tenure in GU6 7AZ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU6 7AZ. The average age is 42.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 330,000
1 sales · Mean £ 330,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU6 7AZ 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
St Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Primary School
Glebelands School
Cranleigh Church of England Primary School
St Joseph's Specialist Trust
Park Mead Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Karen Miller-Ward Ltd0.8 km
- Norley Farm0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Cranleigh Fish0.7 km
- Cranleigh News0.9 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Spice0.6 km
- Aliment Juicery Ltd0.8 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- Cranleigh Golf and Country Club0.9 km
- Curry Inn 840.9 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The White Hart0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Richard Onslow0.7 km
- The Three Horseshoes0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Moooh! Ice Cream0.6 km
- New Lotus House0.7 km
- Village Grill0.9 km
- Cranleigh Fish Bar0.7 km
- Forbidden City0.5 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chilworth8.2 km
- Gomshall8.6 km
- Shalford9.5 km
Bus Stops
- The Ridings0.1 km
- The Ridings0.1 km
- The Ridings0.1 km
- The Ridings0.1 km
- The Riding0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: GU67AZ · Data under Open Government Licence