The Sycamores is in Farnborough and in Rushmoor district. GU14 7BE is located in the Knellwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldershot. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Sycamores, Farnborough, GU14 7BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU14 7EY, GU14 7BQ, GU14 7BH, GU14 7EX, GU14 7EU, GU14 7BG, GU14 7EL, GU14 7EJ, GU14 6RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU14 7BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 GU14 7BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 25.9% | 27.6% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 59.3% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6% | 5.8% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.3% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 56.7% | 59.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 11.1% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 27.2% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 12% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 GU14 7BE this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 9.1% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 7.8% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 20.2% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 6.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 21% | 9.4% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.1% | 35% | -5.1% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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 | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 93.8% | 91.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 90.9% | 89% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 88.7% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 9% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0.3% | -7.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Sycamores was 25.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.4% lower than the Cherrywood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Sycamores has the 12th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Cherrywood and the 57th lowest crime rate of 304 local areas in Rushmoor .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Sycamores, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £342,500 | 2005-12-07 | £685,712 |
GU14 7BE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 101 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Whitefriars , Avenue Road GU14 7BW | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Aided Junior School Church Avenue , GU14 7AP | 2out of 4 | 498 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Farnborough Junior School Cunnington Road , GU14 6PL | 4out of 4 | 821 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Farnborough Infant School Rectory Road , GU14 8AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy Hamesmoor Road , Mytchett GU16 6JB | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,234 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cove School St John's Road , Cove GU14 9RN | 2out of 4 | 2,990 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 2out of 4 | 3,675 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tomlinscote School Tomlinscote Way , Frimley GU16 8PY | 4out of 4 | 3,993 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings International College Watchetts Drive , GU15 2PQ | 3out of 4 | 4,048 yd | Foundation 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 | 663 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 2,062 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 | 4,970 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 | 1,160 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnborough Hill Farnborough Road , GU14 8AT | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Henry Tyndale School Ship Lane , GU14 8BX | 4out of 4 | 1,548 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Cody School Ballantyne Road , GU14 8SN | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Lodge School Fernhill Road , Blackwater GU17 9HU | - not rated | 4,388 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Parish Centre | St Peters Parish Centre, 60 Church Avenue | 688 yd | |
| The Gallery/ The Gallery Box | The Gallery Restaurant, Farnborough College Of Technology | 714 yd | |
| McDonalds | 227 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 907 yd | |
| Prezzo | 25 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 927 yd | |
| Farnborough Town Centre Beefeater | 1 - 3 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher On The Quay | Coleford Bridge Road, Mytchett | 733 yd | |
| The Swan Farnborough | The Swan Inn, 91 Farnborough Road | 983 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion Club | 51 Cambridge Road East, Farnborough | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takdhum | 1 Salisbury Road, Farnborough | 894 yd | |
| Dan's Fish Bar | 224 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 905 yd | |
| Woody's Take Out / Frangos Peri Peri | 218 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 905 yd | |
| Farnborough Kebab & Burger House | 228 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 905 yd | |
| McChina Wokaway | 230 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 98 Queensmead, Farnborough | 962 yd | |
| Poundland | 9 - 10 The Mead, Farnborough | 1,089 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION SYCAMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Rectory Road Playing Fields RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 974 yd |
| Mytchett Recreation Ground MINEHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,009 yd |
| Farnborough Leisure Centre Westmead | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,060 yd |
| Salesian College READING ROAD | 1,079 yd | |
| The Gym (Farnborough) QUEENSMEAD | health and fitness suite | 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.