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Broomfield is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU2 8LH is located in the Westborough electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.

StreetScan combines information about Broomfield, Guildford, GU2 8LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GU2 8LJ, GU2 8JQ, GU2 8LG, GU2 8JH, GU2 8JG, GU2 8LQ, GU2 8JD, GU2 8EY, GU2 8JJ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU2 8LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female52.3%52.9%0.6% 51.0% 1.9%
Male47.7%47.1%-0.6% 49.0% -1.9%

Partnership Status

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 8LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.9% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single47.7%57.9%10.2% 37.9% 20.0%
Married: Opposite sex31.8%24.6%-7.2% 44.2% -19.6%
Married: Same sex0%0.7%0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Separated2.7%1.8%-0.9% 2.2% -0.4%
Divorced12.4%10.9%-1.5% 9.1% 1.8%
Widowed5.4%4.2%-1.2% 6.1% -1.9%

Health

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%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health46.1%50.3%4.2% 48.4% 1.9%
Good health36.4%35.7%-0.7% 33.6% 2.1%
Fair health13.3%10.5%-2.8% 12.7% -2.2%
Bad health3.6%2.3%-1.3% 4.0% -1.7%
Very bad health0.6%1.2%0.6% 1.2% 0.0%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications21.7%16.5%-5.2% 18.2% -1.7%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 14.3%8.4%-5.9% 9.6% -1.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels11.2%10.5%-0.7% 13.4% -2.9%
Apprenticeship1.6%5.6%4.0% 5.3% 0.3%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels25.2%29.5%4.3% 16.9% 12.6%
Degree or Similar20.5%26.3%5.8% 33.8% -7.5%
Other5.4%3.2%-2.2% 2.8% 0.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%4.1%4.1% 1.1% 3.0%
Chinese0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.7% -0.4%
Indian0.6%1.2%0.6% 3.1% -1.9%
Pakistani0%0.6%0.6% 2.7% -2.1%
Other Asian6.5%6.4%-0.1% 1.6% 4.8%
Black African1.6%1.7%0.1% 2.5% -0.8%
Black Caribbean0%0.3%0.3% 1.0% -0.7%
Other Black0.3%0%-0.3% 0.5% -0.5%
Mixed White and Asian0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Mixed White and African0.3%0.6%0.3% 0.4% 0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.3%0.3%0.0% 0.9% -0.6%
Mixed Other0.6%0.9%0.3% 0.8% 0.1%
White86.7%83.1%-3.6% 81.4% 1.7%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller0.3%0%-0.3% 0.1% -0.1%
Arab1.3%0%-1.3% 0.6% -0.6%
Other0.3%0.3%0.0% 1.6% -1.3%

Country of Birth

In this area, 78.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom79.5%78.6%-0.9% 83.2% -4.6%
European Union7.1%7.9%0.8% 6.1% 1.8%
Rest of Europe2.3%1.2%-1.1% 0.8% 0.4%
Africa2.9%2.6%-0.3% 2.7% -0.1%
Middle East and Asia4.2%7.9%3.7% 5.6% 2.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean3.9%1.8%-2.1% 1.3% 0.5%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK78.9%78.4%-0.5% 83.2% -4.8%
10+ Years2.3%11.7%9.4% 9.8% 1.9%
5-10 Years2.9%3.5%0.6% 2.9% 0.6%
2-5 Years7.8%1.8%-6.0% 2.2% -0.4%
Less than 2 years8.1%4.7%-3.4% 1.9% 2.8%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom74.2% 76.7% -2.5%
Ireland0.9% 0.6% 0.3%
Portugal0.6% 0.5% 0.1%
Poland2.3% 1.3% 1.0%
Romania0.9% 0.9% 0.0%
Other EU countries1.8% 1.5% 0.3%
Central and Western Africa0.6% 0.3% 0.3%
South and Eastern Africa1.5% 0.2% 1.3%
Eastern Asia0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Southern Asia0.6% 1.2% -0.6%
South-East Asia2.9% 0.2% 2.7%
No passport held13.5% 13.5% 0.0%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion41.3% 37.2% 4.1%
Christian45.3% 46.2% -0.9%
Hindu0.9% 1.7% -0.8%
Muslim6.7% 6.5% 0.2%
Other religion0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Not answered5.5% 6.0% -0.5%

Safety

Is Broomfield Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broomfield was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.8% lower than the Onslow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Broomfield has the 8th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Onslow and the 128th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£52,100
Income Rank
8/10

Household Income in GU2 8LH, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Broomfield are based on 66 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Guildford.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Broomfield, Guildford, GU2 8LH

Estimated Average Property Prices for GU2 8LH

Average Price
£396,602
Semi-Detached
£441,259
Terraced
£378,614
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£226,968
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Broomfield

Average Price
£358,583
Semi-Detached
£403,489
Terraced
£345,471
Detached
£379,775
Flats/Maisonettes
£219,090
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on BroomfieldStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
67 Broomfield, Guildford, Surrey
Terraced, an established residential building
£360,0002023-12-08 £387,177
28 Broomfield, Guildford, Surrey
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£215,0002023-01-30 £216,075
6 Broomfield, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£385,0002021-09-30 £443,002
30 Broomfield, Guildford, Surrey
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£225,0002018-05-15 £242,884
30 Broomfield, Guildford, Surrey
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£210,0002016-04-06 £232,947
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GU2 8LH

Employment

GU2 8LH 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 student residents living in GU2 8LH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee84
Student (economically inactive)59
Part-Time Employee30
Retired29
Full-Time Student (with or without job)26
Self-Employed21
Looking after home or family12
Long-Term Sick or disabled11
Other9
Unemployed4

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles25
Human health and social work activities24
Construction15
Education13
Professional, scientific and technical activities9
Accommodation and food service activities9
Administrative and support service activities9
Manufacturing9
Transport and storage8
Information and communication5
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security4
Other3
Financial and insurance activities1
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1

Schools

Nursery

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 2,781 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Guildford Grove Primary School
Southway , GU2 8YD
3out of 4 575 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
155 Aldershot Road , GU2 8YH
3out of 4 829 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Wood Street Infant School
Wood Street , GU3 3DA
4out of 4 992 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Worplesdon Primary School
Envis Way , Worplesdon GU3 3NL
3out of 4 1,389 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Queen Eleanor's Church of England School
Queen Eleanor's Road , GU2 7SD
3out of 4 1,697 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Kings College Guildford
Southway , GU2 8DU
3out of 4 595 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Christ's College, Guildford
Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY
2out of 4 2,441 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Guildford County School
Farnham Road , GU2 4LU
4out of 4 2,623 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
George Abbot School
Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX
4out of 4 4,852 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Rydes Hill Preparatory School
Rydes Hill House , Aldershot Road GU2 8BP
- not rated 718 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Wey Valley College
Southway , GU2 8AA
- not rated 1,040 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Hope Service
Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS
4out of 4 1,569 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
University of Surrey
Stag Hill , GU2 7XH
- not rated 1,910 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pond Meadow School
Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR
4out of 4 2,773 yd Academy special converter Yes Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Cafe at KingsKings College For The Arts And Technology Southway483 yd
Surrey Technology CentreSurrey Technology Centre, 40 Occam Road, Surrey Research Park962 yd
Gurkha Kitchen111 Aldershot Road989 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Park Barn Community ClubSocial Club, Park Barn Community Centre Cabell Road127 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Empire fish bar115 Aldershot Road989 yd
Ming's Take Away121 Aldershot Road989 yd
Southway Chicken House / Southway Pizza House107 Southway1,045 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Kings College Guildford
SOUTHWAY
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches482 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 96.9%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 96.9%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 96.9%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed77.6 Mbit/s
Average download speed159.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10.5 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.3 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.