Warwicks Bench Road is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU1 3TQ 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 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, GU1 3TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU1 3TJ, GU1 3TH, GU1 3TL, GU1 3TN, GU1 3TS, GU1 3TD, GU1 3TE, GU1 3XT, GU1 3TF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU1 3TQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.3% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.7% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 3TQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68% 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 | 17.5% | 20.2% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.4% | 68% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 23.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.0% | 9.1% | -3.8% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 4% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (92.5%) 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 | 57.9% | 66.6% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 18.2% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 25.9% | -6.7% | 33.6% | -7.7% |
| Fair health | 8% | 4.8% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -7.9% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around GU1 3TQ this area, 2.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 70.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.1% | 2.8% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.5% | 3.8% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.9% | 9.1% | 0.2% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 11.3% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 64.3% | 70.6% | 6.3% | 33.8% | 36.8% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 96.4% | 90.9% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 9.5% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 85.2% | 85% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 6.7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.4% | 84.8% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.6% | 9.3% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.3% | 1.9% | -9.4% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.6% | 76.7% | 12.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.8% | 37.2% | 2.6% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Warwicks Bench Road was 38.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.4% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Warwicks Bench Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Castle and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 17 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2024-05-30 | £540,541 |
| 19 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,100,000 | 2023-05-18 | £2,046,939 |
| Flat 3 17 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-04-13 | £378,406 |
| Flat 5 17 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £479,000 | 2020-11-20 | £506,878 |
| 11 Warwicks Bench Road, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,950,000 | 2020-11-12 | £2,135,207 |
GU1 3TQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GU1 3TQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3TQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 38 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 3,639 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pewley Down Infant School Semaphore Road , GU1 3PT | 4out of 4 | 472 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School Addison Road , GU1 3QF | 3out of 4 | 767 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School Portsmouth Road , GU2 4YD | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandfield Primary School Stoke Road , GU1 4DT | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shalford Infant School Shalford Infant School , Station Row GU4 8BY | - not rated | 1,841 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 2,924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 3,145 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 3,274 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 893 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 1,688 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| University of Surrey Stag Hill , GU2 7XH | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The March Hare | 2 - 4 South Hill | 676 yd | |
| Olivo | 53 Quarry Street | 724 yd | |
| The Boathouse Cafe | The Boathouse Guildford Millbrook | 767 yd | |
| Blue Sardinia | 1C Sydenham Road | 798 yd | |
| Thai Terrace | Rooftop Restaurant, Castle Car Park Sydenham Road | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Weyside | The Weyside Millbrook | 729 yd | |
| The Royal Oak | Royal Oak, 15 Trinity Churchyard | 835 yd | |
| Journeys | 7 Tunsgate | 843 yd | |
| The Rat's Castle / The Fat Pizza / The Fat Burger and Desserts | 80 Sydenham Road | 883 yd | |
| Komo | Weymead House Millbrook | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasta Evangelists | 176 High Street | 901 yd | |
| Subway | 268 High Street | 932 yd | |
| Guildford KFC | 264 High Street | 932 yd | |
| Jasmine Garden | Jasmine Garden Takeaway, Red Planet Pizza, 20 Chapel Street | 935 yd | |
| Street Cups | 14A Chapel Street | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 148 - 150 High Street | 922 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Food Hall Bakery And Cafe, 61 - 65 High Street | 1,051 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shalford Park 2 PARK COTTAGES 2 PARK COTTAGES SHALFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Royal Grammar School Guildford HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 999 yd |
| Guildford Harbour Hotel ALEXANDRA TERRACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,087 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.