Horsell Rise is in Woking and in Woking district. GU21 4AY is located in the Horsell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Woking. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Horsell Rise, Woking, GU21 4AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU21 4HA, GU21 4HX, GU21 4QS, GU21 4QT, GU21 4AZ, GU21 4QU, GU21 4BJ, GU21 4AX, GU21 4RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU21 4AY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.1% | 53.7% | -2.4% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 43.9% | 46.3% | 2.4% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 GU21 4AY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.2% 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 | 16% | 20.5% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 62.2% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 18.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 4.5% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 12.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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 | 53.1% | 50.1% | -3.0% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 25.1% | 29.8% | 4.7% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 11.2% | -4.4% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 GU21 4AY this area, 8.5% 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 54%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 8.5% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 4.6% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 12.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.9% | 54% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 20.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.1% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 88.4% | 89.1% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 7.7% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 83.8% 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 | 86.3% | 83.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| European Union | 3% | 5.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 4% | 1.5% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.9% | 84% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 0.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.4% | 0.5% | -11.9% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 62.3% | 46.2% | 16.1% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horsell Rise was 5.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 96.2% lower than the Canalside average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Horsell Rise has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Canalside and the 10th lowest crime rate of 307 local areas in Woking .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsell Rise Cottage Horsell Rise, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2023-09-29 | £1,358,907 |
| Horsell Rise Cottage Horsell Rise, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2023-09-29 | £1,067,713 |
| Lynwood Horsell Rise, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,230,000 | 2023-01-05 | £1,179,570 |
| Home Lea Horsell Rise, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,750,000 | 2022-11-30 | £2,593,166 |
| West Hern Horsell Rise, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,600,000 | 2019-11-04 | £1,775,926 |
GU21 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 retired residents living in GU21 4AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Horsell Village School Church Hill , Horsell GU21 4QQ | 4out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horsell CofE Aided Junior School Meadway Drive , Horsell GU21 4TA | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Maybury Primary School Walton Road , GU21 5DW | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldsworth Primary School Bridge Barn Lane , GU21 6NL | 4out of 4 | 1,496 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sythwood Primary School Sythwood , Horsell GU21 3AX | 3out of 4 | 1,533 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woking High School Morton Road , Horsell GU21 4TJ | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL | 4out of 4 | 2,557 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College Hermitage Road , St Johns GU21 8TL | 3out of 4 | 3,237 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop David Brown School Albert Drive , GU21 5RF | 3out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoe Valley School Egley Road , GU22 0NH | 4out of 4 | 3,441 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woking College Rydens Way , GU22 9DL | - not rated | 2,769 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Woking School Trust Church Hill House , Wilson Way GU21 4QW | - not rated | 375 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halstead Preparatory School Woodham Rise , GU21 4EE | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| North West Surrey Short Stay School 45 Kingsway , GU21 6NT | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park School Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AT | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield School Old Woking Road , GU22 8HY | - not rated | 2,549 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons Cafe & Kitchen | The LightboxChobham RoadWokingSurrey | 620 yd | |
| Frying Pan | 2 Christchurch WayWokingSurrey | 763 yd | |
| Gloucester Square Bistro | Ambassadors BarThe AmbassadorsVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 771 yd | |
| Nova Cinema | New Victoria TheatreThe AmbassadorsVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 771 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 54 Upper Concourse Peacocks CentreVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf Ember Inns | The WheatsheafChobham RoadWokingSurrey | 472 yd | |
| Horsell Bowling Club | Horsell Bowling ClubQueen Elizabeth GardensHigh StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 701 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Red Lion Public House123 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 709 yd | |
| Crown Public House | Crown Inn Public House104 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 756 yd | |
| The Plough Inn - Thai Dee | The Plough Public House50 CheapsideHorsellWokingSurrey | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Kiosk 4 Level 1 Peacocks CentreVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 763 yd | |
| Bep Viet | Kiosk 4Market WalkWokingSurrey | 772 yd | |
| Subway | Kiosk CPeacocks CentreVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 799 yd | |
| El Sombrero | Unit F1 Lower ConcoursePeacocks CentreVictoria WayWokingSurrey | 814 yd | |
| Chilli Spice | 58 Chertsey RoadWokingSurrey | 868 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 90 - 92 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 908 yd | |
| Sainsburys | 15 Wolsey WalkWokingSurrey | 917 yd | |
| Tesco | 31 - 33 Commercial WayWokingSurrey | 971 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf CHOBHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| St Andrew'S School Woking CHURCH HILL HOUSE CHURCH HILL HOUSE WILSON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 452 yd |
| Woking High School MORTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 608 yd |
| Horsell C Of E Junior School MEADWAY DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 887 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Woking) 51A-57A 51A-57A CHERTSEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 961 yd |
| Woking And Horsell Cricket Club ARTHURS BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 985 yd |
| Halstead Preparatory School WOODHAM RISE | 1,044 yd | |
| Woking Squash Rackets Club Horsell Moor | squash courts | 1,071 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 | 159.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 208.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 46.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.