Nottingham Close is in Woking and in Woking district. GU21 8SZ is located in the St John's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Woking. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nottingham Close, Woking, GU21 8SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU21 8SS, GU21 8SH, GU21 8SY, GU21 8SR, GU21 8SP, GU21 1UA, GU21 8AU, GU21 8AY, GU21 8ST.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU21 8SZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 51.7% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.5% | 48.3% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.5% | 28.6% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.4% | 42.2% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13% | 12.6% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 12.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.8% | 42.7% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 36.9% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 14.5% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.2% | 23% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 11.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 16% | 7.8% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 36% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 10.1% | 2.5% | -7.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.7% | 88.3% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 87.8% | 77.8% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 9.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.5% | 77.5% | -9.0% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 14.6% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 10% | 1.3% | -8.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.8% | 76.7% | 2.1% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Jewish | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nottingham Close was 75.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 39.6% higher than the Heathlands average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nottingham Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Heathlands and the 96th highest crime rate of 307 local areas in Woking .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Nottingham Close, Woking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-03-15 | £239,352 |
| 22 Nottingham Close, Woking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-01-04 | £187,005 |
| 27 Nottingham Close, Woking, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-02-18 | £240,000 |
| 16 Nottingham Close, Woking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-11-22 | £239,792 |
| 7 Nottingham Close, Woking, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2019-05-10 | £466,647 |
GU21 8SZ 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 8SZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Primary School Victoria Road , Knaphill GU21 2AS | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oaktree School Gorsewood Road , St John's GU21 8WT | 4out of 4 | 840 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hermitage School Oakwood Road , St John's GU21 8UU | 3out of 4 | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hugh of Lincoln Catholic Primary School Five Oaks Close , St John's GU21 8TU | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beaufort Primary School Kirkland Avenue , Goldsworth Park GU21 3RG | 3out of 4 | 939 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Winston Churchill School A Specialist Sports College Hermitage Road , St Johns GU21 8TL | 3out of 4 | 250 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woking High School Morton Road , Horsell GU21 4TJ | 3out of 4 | 2,745 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoe Valley School Egley Road , GU22 0NH | 4out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL | 4out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gordon's School Bagshot Road , West End GU24 9PT | 4out of 4 | 4,986 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 | 4,006 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North West Surrey Short Stay School 45 Kingsway , GU21 6NT | 3out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Woking School Trust Church Hill House , Wilson Way GU21 4QW | - not rated | 2,649 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemantles School Smarts Heath Road , GU22 0AN | 4out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park School Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AT | - not rated | 3,819 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowl Hill School School Lane , Pirbright GU24 0JN | - not rated | 4,131 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fired Frog Pottery Cafe | Fired Frog1 - 3 Hermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 228 yd | |
| Bellini | 8 - 10 Hermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 267 yd | |
| Barista Training Cafe | Winston Churchill SchoolHermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 285 yd | |
| Everest Spice Restaurant | 1 St Johns RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 292 yd | |
| Fireaway Pizza | 2 St Johns RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 341 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowbarge Public House | The Rowbarge Public House39 St Johns RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 363 yd | |
| St Johns Village Club | St Johns ClubChurch RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 504 yd | |
| Fox & Flowerpot PH | The Fox And Flowerpot PhGoldsworth Park CentreWokingSurrey | 799 yd | |
| The Surrey PH | The SurreyHermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm House Pizza | 5 Hermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 228 yd | |
| Heater & Sons | Heaters BakerySt Johns LyeSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 337 yd | |
| The Village | The Village Indian Takeaway3 St Johns RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 344 yd | |
| The Ketch | The Ketch17 St Johns RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 391 yd | |
| Molly's Fish & Chips | 104A Hermitage RoadSt JohnsWokingSurrey | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Foodmarket | 1-3 Inkerman ParadeVictoria RoadKnaphillWokingSurrey | 755 yd | |
| Waitrose Limited | Unit 1-3Goldsworth Park CentreWokingSurrey | 799 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Winston Churchill School Sports Centre HERMITAGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 277 yd |
| St Johns Lye CAROLYN CLOSE | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| St John'S Primary School ST JOHNS PRIMARY SCHOOL ST JOHNS PRIMARY SCHOOL VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 615 yd |
| Hermitage School Oakwood Road | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Woking Golf Club POND ROAD | golf | 950 yd |
| Beaufort Primary School KIRKLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,030 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 | 89.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.