The Garth is in Farnborough and in Rushmoor district. GU14 7BP is located in the Knellwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Aldershot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Garth, Farnborough, GU14 7BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU14 7JA, GU14 7BS, GU14 7HB, GU14 7HZ, GU14 7BT, GU14 7HY, GU14 7EZ, GU14 7BW, GU14 7BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU14 7BP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 52.8% | 49.9% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50.1% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 7BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% 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 | 22.7% | 25.6% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.9% | 63.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -6.3% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 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 (89.7%) 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 | 50.3% | 56.3% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 33.4% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 8.5% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 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.
In the area around GU14 7BP this area, 6.7% 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 47.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 6.7% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 7.4% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 12.1% | -8.7% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.2% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 20.9% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 47.9% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 14.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 89.9% | 88.9% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.4% 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 | 87.7% | 87.4% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 5% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 87.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.8% | 8.5% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 2.6% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.6% | -7.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.4% | 76.7% | 17.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Garth was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.0% lower than the Cherrywood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Garth has the 13th lowest crime rate of 66 local areas in Cherrywood and the 60th lowest crime rate of 304 local areas in Rushmoor .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.8%.

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 Garth, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,240,000 | 2024-06-26 | £1,291,775 |
| 2A The Garth, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £785,000 | 2019-11-08 | £947,316 |
| 3 The Garth, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2018-10-19 | £1,037,114 |
| 3 The Garth, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2015-01-09 | £669,213 |
| 2 The Garth, Farnborough, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2012-09-25 | £707,801 |
GU14 7BP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
GU14 7BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 99 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| 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 | 243 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 | 293 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Farnborough Infant School Rectory Road , GU14 8AJ | 4out of 4 | 693 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mytchett Primary & Nursery Academy Hamesmoor Road , Mytchett GU16 6JB | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Farnborough Junior School Cunnington Road , GU14 6PL | 4out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Community 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 | 2,723 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cove School St John's Road , Cove GU14 9RN | 2out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fernhill School Neville Duke Road , GU14 9BY | 2out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings International College Watchetts Drive , GU15 2PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,504 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tomlinscote School Tomlinscote Way , Frimley GU16 8PY | 4out of 4 | 3,536 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,076 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sixth Form College Farnborough Prospect Avenue , GU14 8JX | - not rated | 1,551 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Hill Farnborough Road , GU14 8AT | - not rated | 902 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Henry Tyndale School Ship Lane , GU14 8BX | 4out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salesian College 119 Reading Road , GU14 6PA | - not rated | 1,704 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Samuel Cody School Ballantyne Road , GU14 8SN | 3out of 4 | 1,980 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hurst Lodge School Fernhill Road , Blackwater GU17 9HU | - not rated | 3,931 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 | 508 yd | |
| Quays Wake & Ski | The Quays, Coleford Bridge Road | 681 yd | |
| McDonalds | 227 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 762 yd | |
| Prezzo | 25 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 816 yd | |
| Farnborough Town Centre Beefeater | 1 - 3 Kingsmead, Farnborough | 816 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher On The Quay | Coleford Bridge Road, Mytchett | 603 yd | |
| The Prince Of Wales Public House | Prince Of Wales, 184 Rectory Road | 760 yd | |
| The Tilly Shilling | 24 - 30 Victoria Road, Farnborough | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takdhum | 1 Salisbury Road, Farnborough | 639 yd | |
| Dan's Fish Bar | 224 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 687 yd | |
| Woody's Take Out / Frangos Peri Peri | 218 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 687 yd | |
| Farnborough Kebab & Burger House | 228 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 687 yd | |
| McChina Wokaway | 230 Farnborough Road, Farnborough | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 6 Queensmead, Farnborough | 917 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods | 98 Queensmead, Farnborough | 932 yd | |
| Poundland | 9 - 10 The Mead, Farnborough | 976 yd | |
| Asda Superstore | ASDA, Westmead | 1,074 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rectory Road Playing Fields RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD RECREATION GROUND RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 435 yd |
| Mytchett Recreation Ground MINEHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 828 yd |
| The Gym (Farnborough) QUEENSMEAD | health and fitness suite | 907 yd |
| Farnborough Hill School FARNBOROUGH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGE V PAVILION KING GEORGE V PAVILION SYCAMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,014 yd |
| Fit4Less (Farnborough) (Closed) 33-34 33-34 Princes Mead | health and fitness suite | 1,040 yd |
| Farnborough Leisure Centre Westmead | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,053 yd |
| Henry Tyndale School SHIP LANE | 1,066 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 60 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.14 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.