Great Goodwin Drive is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU1 2TZ is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, GU1 2TZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU1 2UD, GU1 2UF, GU1 2UB, GU1 2TY, GU1 1XY, GU4 7HF, GU1 2UE, GU1 2UG, GU1 1XZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU1 2TZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 48% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 52% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GU1 2TZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.2% | 42.7% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 40% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 6.5% | -3.3% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.9% | 44.8% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -3.6% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 35.8% | -6.5% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 3.2% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 19.3% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 13.5% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7.3% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 13.1% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 29.3% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -4.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 89.1% | 85.1% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 3.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 78.8% 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 | 88.5% | 78.8% | -9.7% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 9.6% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 5.8% | 3.1% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.3% | 78.3% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 13% | 12.7% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 3.2% | -3.9% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 5.7% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.6% | 6.5% | -3.9% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Great Goodwin Drive was 197.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 316.3% higher than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Great Goodwin Drive has the 11th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 26th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 133.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96 Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-08-12 | £457,552 |
| 90 Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £459,500 | 2023-05-26 | £463,097 |
| 76 Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-05-15 | £401,185 |
| 99A Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-11-06 | £211,640 |
| 90 Great Goodwin Drive, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2018-11-30 | £499,357 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 2,768 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrow CofE Controlled Infant School Kingfisher Drive , Merrow GU4 7EA | 4out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burpham Foundation Primary School Burpham Lane , Burpham GU4 7LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,271 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 331 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 920 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 2,857 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 3,924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 4,940 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,543 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 1,811 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,082 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 2,658 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 2,736 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajdoot Tandoori Restaurant | Raj Doot Restaurant, 220 London Road | 674 yd | |
| M & R barber and brew | 6 Kingpost Parade | 719 yd | |
| Esquires coffee Guildford Boxgrove | 125 Collingwood Crescent | 835 yd | |
| Cafe B | Boxgrove Primary School, Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane | 889 yd | |
| Radish | The Clockhouse, 140 London Road | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 232 yd | |
| Anchor & Horseshoes | Anchor And Horseshoes, 194 London Road | 622 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 558 yd | |
| Seafare | 206 London Road | 674 yd | |
| Shangri-La | 7 Kingpost Parade | 719 yd | |
| Subway | Garage, 224 London Road | 855 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 93 London Road | 680 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Superstore Clay Lane | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Surrey County Cricket Centre Woodruff Avenue | 464 yd | |
| George Abbot School WOODRUFF AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 723 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Boxgrove Primary School BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 841 yd |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Sutherland Memorial Park CLAY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 959 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 | 94.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.9% |
| 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 | 52.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.