Charthouse Road is in Ash Vale, Aldershot and in Guildford district. GU12 5LS is located in the Ash Vale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Surrey Heath. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Charthouse Road, Ash Vale, Aldershot, GU12 5LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU12 5LP, GU12 5LR, GU12 5QB, GU12 5LW, GU12 5LN, GU12 5NA, GU12 5LT, GU12 5NL, GU12 5RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU12 5LS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 46.4% | 50% | 3.6% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 53.6% | 50% | -3.6% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GU12 5LS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60% 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 | 15.1% | 22.5% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.9% | 60% | -11.9% | 44.2% | 15.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 44.1% | 44% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 40.6% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 3% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 15% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 7.5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 5.5% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 17.5% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 45.5% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.2% | 95.3% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 91.8% | 85.1% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 85.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 9% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 4.3% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0.9% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charthouse Road was 69.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Ash Vale average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Charthouse Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Ash Vale and the 135th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 106.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Charthouse Road, Aldershot, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2025-09-11 | £492,500 |
| 24 Charthouse Road, Aldershot, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2024-07-17 | £479,590 |
| 20 Charthouse Road, Aldershot, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2021-09-30 | £578,977 |
| 41 Charthouse Road, Aldershot, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2019-10-29 | £460,230 |
| 17 Charthouse Road, Aldershot, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £417,000 | 2019-07-25 | £493,523 |
GU12 5LS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 GU12 5LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Lodge Primary Academy Stratford Road , GU12 5PX | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Farnborough Infant School Queen's Road , GU14 6JU | 4out of 4 | 1,709 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Infant School Redvers Buller Road , GU11 2HR | 2out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Farnborough Junior School Cunnington Road , GU14 6PL | 4out of 4 | 1,932 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Aided Primary School Queen's Road , GU14 6DU | 4out of 4 | 1,934 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wavell School Lynchford Road , GU14 6BH | 3out of 4 | 2,551 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ash Manor School Manor Road , GU12 6QH | 3out of 4 | 3,886 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough College of Technology Boundary Road , GU14 6SB | - not rated | 2,745 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 4,730 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderwood School Belle Vue Road , GU12 4RZ | 4out of 4 | 3,357 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salesian College 119 Reading Road , GU14 6PA | - not rated | 1,881 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Tyndale School Ship Lane , GU14 8BX | 4out of 4 | 4,013 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Hill Farnborough Road , GU14 8AT | - not rated | 4,075 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Rowhill School York Road , GU11 3JG | 3out of 4 | 4,858 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Cody School Ballantyne Road , GU14 8SN | 3out of 4 | 5,107 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavang indian Gastronomy | 319 Vale Road | 187 yd | |
| Carriages Cafe | 321 Vale Road | 187 yd | |
| The old Ford | The Old Ford, The Old Ford Lynchford Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan Public House | The Swan, 2 Hutton Road | 808 yd | |
| The Old Ford | The Old Ford, The Old Ford Lynchford Road | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greedy Pig | The Old Coachworks Lysons Avenue | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express Lysons Avenue | 370 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Lodge Primary School STRATFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 873 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.