Willow Lane is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU1 2NH is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Lane, Guildford, GU1 2NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU1 2JP, GU1 2ND, GU1 2NQ, GU1 2NG, GU1 2JY, GU1 2JR, GU1 2JA, GU1 2JS, GU1 2JW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU1 2NH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.6% | 54.5% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 44.4% | 45.5% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GU1 2NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22% | 29.6% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 56.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 5.4% | -2.1% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 5.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 56.5% | 53.2% | -3.3% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 34.7% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 9.6% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 57.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.8% | 11.8% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 1.6% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -8.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 15.7% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.5% | 57.5% | 4.0% | 33.8% | 23.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0.8% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 90.5% | 87.9% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Arab | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 79.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 79.7% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 5.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 79.7% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 13.3% | 12.7% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 3.5% | 1.0% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.5% | 0.6% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 4.4% | 13.5% | -9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.4% | 37.2% | -3.8% |
| Christian | 59.2% | 46.2% | 13.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Lane was 32.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% lower than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Willow Lane has the 34th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 151st lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Willow Cottages, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2024-03-07 | £617,770 |
| 2 Willow Cottages Willow Lane, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2018-01-16 | £685,792 |
| 7 Willow Cottages, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2017-11-17 | £657,160 |
| Orchard Cottage Willow Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2015-09-02 | £1,030,730 |
| Magnolia Cottage Willow Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £770,000 | 2012-11-28 | £1,204,795 |
GU1 2NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in GU1 2NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Information and communication | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Nursery School York Road , GU1 4DU | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford Nursery School Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 2,712 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Hill Nursery School Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS | - not rated | 3,010 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 536 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 536 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | - not rated | 734 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School Addison Road , GU1 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellfields Middle School Woking Road , GU1 1QJ | - not rated | 1,942 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 1,134 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | 4out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Reindorp CofE School Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | - not rated | 2,424 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford College of Further and Higher Education Stoke Park , GU1 1EZ | - not rated | 1,385 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Maths School Mary Road , GU1 4QU | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 363 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Temple Court School Boxgrove Lane , GU1 2TE | - not rated | 373 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 621 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 1,006 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Drayton House School 35 Austen Road , GU1 3NP | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esquires coffee Guildford Boxgrove | 125 Collingwood Crescent | 473 yd | |
| Radish | The Clockhouse, 140 London Road | 550 yd | |
| Cafe B | Boxgrove Primary School, Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane | 552 yd | |
| The London Square Coffee Bar | Cross Lanes | 817 yd | |
| Parkway Premier Inn | Premier Inn Parkway | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Guildfordian Association Of Clubs | Old Guildfordians Pavilion London Road | 516 yd | |
| Rogues Wine Bar | 58 Epsom Road | 1,017 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pit Farm Tennis Club HILLIER ROAD | tennis courts | 351 yd |
| Tormead School CRANLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 353 yd |
| Boxgrove Primary School BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 598 yd |
| Lanesborough School MAORI ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 623 yd |
| St Thomas Of Canterbury School HORSESHOE LANE WEST | grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Guildford High School 25-29 25-29 LONDON ROAD | 1,015 yd | |
| Guildford High School Sports Hall & Pool GUILDFORD HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS GUILDFORD HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS LONDON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,015 yd |
| Guildford Spectrum GUILDFORD SPECTRUM LEISURE CENTRE GUILDFORD SPECTRUM LEISURE CENTRE PARKWAY | athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, ice rinks, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,017 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.