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South Road is in Woking and in Woking district. GU21 4JU 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 South Road, Woking, GU21 4JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GU21 4JX, GU21 4JY, GU21 4JZ, GU21 4LA, GU21 4UN, GU21 4LB, GU21 4US, GU21 4LD, GU21 4UU.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU21 4JU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female52.6%50.2%-2.4% 51.0% -0.8%
Male47.4%49.8%2.4% 49.0% 0.8%

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 vicinity of GU21 4JU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single22%26.6%4.6% 37.9% -11.3%
Married: Opposite sex63.1%60.6%-2.5% 44.2% 16.4%
Separated2.1%1.7%-0.4% 2.2% -0.5%
Divorced6.2%5.8%-0.4% 9.1% -3.3%
Widowed6.6%5.4%-1.2% 6.1% -0.7%

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 (85.1%) 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 health54.2%59.4%5.2% 48.4% 11.0%
Good health32.1%25.7%-6.4% 33.6% -7.9%
Fair health11.5%10.6%-0.9% 12.7% -2.1%
Bad health0.9%3.6%2.7% 4.0% -0.4%
Very bad health1.2%0.7%-0.5% 1.2% -0.5%

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.

In the area around GU21 4JU this area, 7.9% 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 49.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications12%7.9%-4.1% 18.2% -10.3%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12.4%6.6%-5.8% 9.6% -3.0%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels11.2%13.7%2.5% 13.4% 0.3%
Apprenticeship4.1%3.7%-0.4% 5.3% -1.6%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels10.8%16.2%5.4% 16.9% -0.7%
Degree or Similar44.4%49.4%5.0% 33.8% 15.6%
Other5%2.5%-2.5% 2.8% -0.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%1.3%1.3% 0.7% 0.6%
Indian2.2%0%-2.2% 3.1% -3.1%
Other Asian0.6%0%-0.6% 1.6% -1.6%
Black African0.6%1.3%0.7% 2.5% -1.2%
Black Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 1.0% -1.0%
Mixed White and African2.5%0%-2.5% 0.4% -0.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%1%1.0% 0.9% 0.1%
Mixed Other1.2%0.3%-0.9% 0.8% -0.5%
White91.6%94.4%2.8% 81.4% 13.0%
Arab0.6%1.6%1.0% 0.6% 1.0%
Other0.3%0%-0.3% 1.6% -1.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 78.7% 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 Kingdom86%78.7%-7.3% 83.2% -4.5%
European Union2.2%6.6%4.4% 6.1% 0.5%
Rest of Europe0%1%1.0% 0.8% 0.2%
Africa5%4.3%-0.7% 2.7% 1.6%
Middle East and Asia4%3.3%-0.7% 5.6% -2.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.9%4.3%2.4% 1.3% 3.0%
Oceania0.9%2%1.1% 0.3% 1.7%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK85.4%79.2%-6.2% 83.2% -4.0%
10+ Years1.9%11.9%10.0% 9.8% 2.1%
5-10 Years0.9%3.3%2.4% 2.9% 0.4%
2-5 Years4%2.6%-1.4% 2.2% 0.4%
Less than 2 years7.8%3%-4.8% 1.9% 1.1%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom83.8% 76.7% 7.1%
Ireland0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
France2.3% 0.3% 2.0%
Germany0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Poland1.3% 1.3% 0.0%
Romania1% 0.9% 0.1%
Other EU countries1% 1.5% -0.5%
Other Europe1% 0.2% 0.8%
North Africa1.7% 0.1% 1.6%
Eastern Asia1% 0.3% 0.7%
Oceania0.7% 0.1% 0.6%
No passport held5.6% 13.5% -7.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion37% 37.2% -0.2%
Christian53.8% 46.2% 7.6%
Jewish1.3% 0.5% 0.8%
Muslim1.7% 6.5% -4.8%
Other religion0.7% 0.6% 0.1%
Not answered5.6% 6.0% -0.4%

Safety

Is South Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Road was 9.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.4% lower than the Canalside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

South Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Canalside and the 21st lowest crime rate of 307 local areas in Woking .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£81,000
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in GU21 4JU, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on South Road are based on 245 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Woking.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for South Road, Woking, GU21 4JU

Estimated Average Property Prices for GU21 4JU

Average Price
£542,980
Semi-Detached
£556,212
Terraced
£536,877
Detached
£562,258
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for South Road

Average Price
£528,188
Semi-Detached
£523,673
Terraced
£476,888
Detached
£699,903
Flats/Maisonettes
£228,239
Other
£240,361

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on South Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
14 South Road, Woking, Surrey
Terraced, an established residential building
£640,0002024-10-04 £640,000
20 South Road, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£395,0002024-05-10 £412,482
Oben South Road, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£732,5002023-06-09 £739,967
Ansdell South Road, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£535,0002023-06-09 £540,454
Ansdell South Road, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£533,0002021-06-25 £592,820
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GU21 4JU

Employment

GU21 4JU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.

GU21 4JU 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee102
Retired52
Self-Employed30
Part-Time Employee26
Student (economically inactive)14
Looking after home or family9
Long-Term Sick or disabled6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)3
Unemployed2
Other0

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities22
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles18
Information and communication17
Construction16
Education16
Administrative and support service activities15
Human health and social work activities11
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security11
Other9
Transport and storage8
Accommodation and food service activities7
Financial and insurance activities6
Manufacturing5
Real estate activities3
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Horsell CofE Aided Junior School
Meadway Drive , Horsell GU21 4TA
3out of 4 452 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Sythwood Primary School
Sythwood , Horsell GU21 3AX
3out of 4 602 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
The Horsell Village School
Church Hill , Horsell GU21 4QQ
4out of 4 848 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Goldsworth Primary School
Bridge Barn Lane , GU21 6NL
4out of 4 1,384 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Beaufort Primary School
Kirkland Avenue , Goldsworth Park GU21 3RG
3out of 4 1,509 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Woking High School
Morton Road , Horsell GU21 4TJ
3out of 4 727 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 2,379 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School
St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking
Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL
4out of 4 3,309 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Hoe Valley School
Egley Road , GU22 0NH
4out of 4 3,494 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
The Bishop David Brown School
Albert Drive , GU21 5RF
3out of 4 4,355 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Woking College
Rydens Way , GU22 9DL
- not rated 3,490 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

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 896 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
North West Surrey Short Stay School
45 Kingsway , GU21 6NT
3out of 4 1,622 yd Pupil referral unit No Mixed More About School
Halstead Preparatory School
Woodham Rise , GU21 4EE
- not rated 2,235 yd Other independent school Yes Girls More About School
The Park School
Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AT
- not rated 2,552 yd Academy special sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Wishmore Cross Academy
Alpha Road , Chobham GU24 8NE
2out of 4 3,290 yd Academy special converter Not Applicable Boys 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
Beijing RestaurantBeijing95 - 99 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey426 yd
The Horsell Kitchen LtdThe Horsell Kitchen80 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey437 yd
Cafe Primo88 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey460 yd
Balaka105 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey464 yd
SquisitoSquisito Food Ltd109A High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey486 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Cricketers Public HouseThe Cricketers Public HouseHorsell BirchHorsellWokingSurrey347 yd
Horsell Bowling ClubHorsell Bowling ClubQueen Elizabeth GardensHigh StreetHorsellWokingSurrey621 yd
Crown Public HouseCrown Inn Public House104 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey639 yd
The Plough Inn - Thai DeeThe Plough Public House50 CheapsideHorsellWokingSurrey644 yd
The Red LionRed Lion Public House123 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey676 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Heater & Sons103 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey455 yd
China ChefChina ChefUnit 2Maple Court94 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey519 yd
Masala SpiceMasala SpiceUnit 196 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey519 yd
Horsell Fish And Chips56 - 58 Well LaneHorsellWokingSurrey835 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-op90 - 92 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey485 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Horsell C Of E Junior School
MEADWAY DRIVE
grass pitches, swimming pool344 yd
Woking High School
MORTON ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts609 yd
Sythwood Primary School
SYTHWOOD
grass pitches, tennis courts679 yd
St Andrew'S School Woking
CHURCH HILL HOUSE CHURCH HILL HOUSE WILSON WAY
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts767 yd
Woking Hockey Club
Wishbone Way
artificial grass pitch1,053 yd
Woking And Horsell Cricket Club
ARTHURS BRIDGE ROAD
grass pitches1,072 yd
Woking Squash Rackets Club
Horsell Moor
squash courts1,090 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 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%

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 speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed180.3 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed1000 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed1000 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed18.4 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed50 Mbit/s

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