Horsell Way is in Woking and in Woking district. GU21 4UJ 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 Way, Woking, GU21 4UJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU21 4UA, GU21 4SD, GU21 4UQ, GU21 4UD, GU21 4UB, GU21 4SE, GU21 4UE, GU21 4UG, GU21 4UR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU21 4UJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 49.4% | 49.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 4UJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% 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 | 21.2% | 28.2% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 53.3% | -9.9% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.7% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 57% | 57.2% | 0.2% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 28.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 7.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 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 GU21 4UJ this area, 6% 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 44.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.8% | 6% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 7.6% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.9% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 5.6% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 18.3% | 9.9% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.4% | 44.6% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 10.8% |
| Other | 5.2% | 4% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.8% | 92.7% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 91% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 91% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.6% | 90.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Horsell Way was 12.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Canalside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Horsell Way has the 7th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Canalside and the 31st lowest crime rate of 307 local areas in Woking .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodland Cottage Horsell Way, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £901,000 | 2022-07-14 | £876,328 |
| Leckhampton Horsell Way, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2021-12-02 | £961,023 |
| Woodstock Horsell Way, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £888,000 | 2020-11-19 | £944,115 |
| Ewhurst Horsell Way, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £882,500 | 2020-04-02 | £987,535 |
| Woodland Cottage Horsell Way, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2018-10-19 | £738,566 |
GU21 4UJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 329 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sythwood Primary School Sythwood , Horsell GU21 3AX | 3out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Horsell Village School Church Hill , Horsell GU21 4QQ | 4out of 4 | 629 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goldsworth Primary School Bridge Barn Lane , GU21 6NL | 4out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort Primary School Kirkland Avenue , Goldsworth Park GU21 3RG | 3out of 4 | 1,473 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 | 777 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 | 2,205 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL | 4out of 4 | 3,053 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoe Valley School Egley Road , GU22 0NH | 4out of 4 | 3,177 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop David Brown School Albert Drive , GU21 5RF | 3out of 4 | 4,383 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,226 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 | 790 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North West Surrey Short Stay School 45 Kingsway , GU21 6NT | 3out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halstead Preparatory School Woodham Rise , GU21 4EE | - not rated | 2,243 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| The Park School Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AT | - not rated | 2,378 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield School Old Woking Road , GU22 8HY | - not rated | 3,529 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horsell Kitchen Ltd | The Horsell Kitchen80 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 204 yd | |
| Beijing Restaurant | Beijing95 - 99 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 217 yd | |
| Cafe Primo | 88 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 227 yd | |
| Balaka | 105 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 258 yd | |
| Deli Class | Unit 3Maple Court94 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 277 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Public House | Crown Inn Public House104 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 437 yd | |
| Horsell Bowling Club | Horsell Bowling ClubQueen Elizabeth GardensHigh StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 454 yd | |
| The Cricketers Public House | The Cricketers Public HouseHorsell BirchHorsellWokingSurrey | 471 yd | |
| The Red Lion | Red Lion Public House123 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 486 yd | |
| Woking And Horsell Cricket Club | Sports PavilionBrewery RoadHorsellWokingSurrey | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heater & Sons | 103 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 249 yd | |
| China Chef | China ChefUnit 2Maple Court94 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 285 yd | |
| Masala Spice | Masala SpiceUnit 196 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 285 yd | |
| Horsell Fish And Chips | 56 - 58 Well LaneHorsellWokingSurrey | 518 yd | |
| Zia | Zia157 Goldsworth RoadWokingSurrey | 1,084 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 90 - 92 High StreetHorsellWokingSurrey | 251 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horsell C Of E Junior School MEADWAY DRIVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 242 yd |
| Sythwood Primary School SYTHWOOD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 530 yd |
| St Andrew'S School Woking CHURCH HILL HOUSE CHURCH HILL HOUSE WILSON WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 677 yd |
| Woking High School MORTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 708 yd |
| Woking And Horsell Cricket Club ARTHURS BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 792 yd |
| Woking Squash Rackets Club Horsell Moor | squash courts | 797 yd |
| Pure Gym (Woking) Arthurs Bridge Wharf | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 834 yd |
| Goldsworth Primary School BRIDGE BARN LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 966 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 306.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.