GU6 8GT is a sought-after residential area on Yarrow Close, 0.8km from Cranleigh in Cranleigh. Administratively it sits within Cranleigh West ward and the Guildford constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in GU6, GU6 8GT offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £820k, up 8.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GU6 8GT are sourced from Output Area E00157425 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YARROW CLOSE, GU6 8GT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YARROW CLOSE, GU6 8GT.
413
41
£ 55,200 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: GU6 8GT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, GU6 8GT combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£820k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £820k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 8.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GU6 8GT. The average age is 41.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 800,000
5 sales · Mean £ 828,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
GU6 8GT has low crime rates — 27 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
Glebelands School
Cranleigh Church of England Primary School
St Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Karen Miller-Ward Ltd0.9 km
- Norley Farm0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Cranleigh Fish0.8 km
- Cranleigh News0.5 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Richard Onslow0.8 km
- The Three Horseshoes1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Aliment Juicery Ltd0.6 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Curry Inn 840.6 km
- Subway0.8 km
- Berkeley Homes Canteen0.3 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- New Lotus House0.7 km
- Village Grill0.6 km
- Seafare0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Cranley on the Common0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chilworth8.6 km
- Shalford9.5 km
- Farncombe9.7 km
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Postcode Profile: GU68GT · Data under Open Government Licence