Millmead Terrace is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU2 4AY is located in the St Nicolas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 2013-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Millmead Terrace, Guildford, GU2 4AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU2 5DD, GU2 4DD, GU2 4AD, GU2 4AT, GU2 4DB, GU2 4BA, GU2 4AU, GU2 4DE, GU2 4BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU2 4AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 51.1% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.7% | 48.9% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around GU2 4AY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 61% 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 | 55% | 61% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 23.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 25.5% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -18.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 (91.2%) 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 | 63.7% | 59.4% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 11.0% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 31.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 7.6% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 GU2 4AY this area, 1% 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 65.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.8% | 1% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -17.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.3% | 4.2% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.3% | 6.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -5.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 20.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 58.8% | 65.6% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 31.8% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.7% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 0.9% | -3.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 85.3% | 87.8% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Other | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 70.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 70.4% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -12.8% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 13.3% | 7.4% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.3% | 3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 2% | 1.5% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.1% | 70.8% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 8.8% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.2% | 7.6% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 5.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.5% | 9.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 6.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.7% | 37.2% | 15.5% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Millmead Terrace was 76.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.2% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Millmead Terrace has the 4th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Castle and the 115th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Bellairs Apartments Millmead Terrace, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2025-02-04 | £653,904 |
| 1 The Bellairs Apartments Millmead Terrace, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2023-12-15 | £871,207 |
| 9 The Bellairs Apartments Millmead Terrace, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2022-11-28 | £600,441 |
| 6 The Bellairs Apartments Millmead Terrace, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £592,000 | 2022-09-15 | £575,397 |
| 6 The Bellairs Apartments Millmead Terrace, Guildford, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2020-11-09 | £574,286 |
GU2 4AY 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.
The percentage of student residents living in GU2 4AY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 132 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 24 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 36 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Other | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3,241 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School Portsmouth Road , GU2 4YD | 3out of 4 | 95 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandfield Primary School Stoke Road , GU1 4DT | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewley Down Infant School Semaphore Road , GU1 3PT | 4out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Eleanor's Church of England School Queen Eleanor's Road , GU2 7SD | 3out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School Addison Road , GU1 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,690 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 519 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 2,567 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 2,801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 3,511 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 3,620 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 944 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| University of Surrey Stag Hill , GU2 7XH | - not rated | 1,388 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 1,595 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 2,182 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Grounds Cafe | Guildford Baptist Church Millmead Centre Millmead | 169 yd | |
| Yvonne Arnaud Theatre | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre Millbrook | 260 yd | |
| St Nicolas PCC | St Nicholas Church Bury Street | 273 yd | |
| The Boathouse Cafe | The Boathouse Guildford Millbrook | 300 yd | |
| Olivo | 53 Quarry Street | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Britannia | The Brittania, 9 Millmead | 169 yd | |
| White House Public House | The White House, 8 High Street | 304 yd | |
| The Cannon Guildford Ltd | 3 Portsmouth Road | 304 yd | |
| Weybourne House | South West Surrey Masonic Centre At Guildford Weybourne House Hitherbury Close | 321 yd | |
| The Weyside | The Weyside Millbrook | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford charcoal grilll | 15 Park Street | 375 yd | |
| Hungry Buddha | 6 Friary Street | 412 yd | |
| Pizza GoGo | 6 Chapel Street | 464 yd | |
| Chaasht | 20 Chapel Street | 479 yd | |
| Red Planet Pizza | 20 Chapel Street | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | Food Hall Bakery And Cafe, 61 - 65 High Street | 462 yd | |
| Oseyo | 23 North Street | 557 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 - 9 Bridge Street | 579 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | M&s Simply Food, Guildford Railway Station Station View | 633 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 148 - 150 High Street | 650 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridges Health And Fitness Club (Closed) 14-15 14-15 North Street | health and fitness suite | 643 yd |
| Guildford County School FARNHAM ROAD | 655 yd | |
| Royal Grammar School Guildford HIGH STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Shalford Park 2 PARK COTTAGES 2 PARK COTTAGES SHALFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 970 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 | 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.