Papercourt Lane is in Ripley, Woking and in Guildford district. GU23 6DS is located in the Send & Lovelace electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Papercourt Lane, Ripley, Woking, GU23 6DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU23 6DW, GU23 6DR, GU23 6DL, GU23 6DJ, GU23 6DN, GU23 6DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU23 6DS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.3% | 49.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.2% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 GU23 6DS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 26.3% | 25.4% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 53.9% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 8.2% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 10.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 51.4% | 53.3% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 33% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 11.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 16.3% | 18.3% | 2.0% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 7.7% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 14.5% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.1% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 11.5% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 41.7% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 7.9% |
| Other | 4.6% | 1.3% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.2% | 93.1% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 90.2% | 89.2% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 89.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 8.9% | 7.9% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0% | -8.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.3% | 76.7% | 15.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 52.9% | 46.2% | 6.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Papercourt Lane was 24.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.4% lower than the Clandon & Horsley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Papercourt Lane has the 24th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Clandon & Horsley and the 105th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Papercourt Lane, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2024-07-12 | £628,777 |
| 1 Papercourt Lane, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £715,000 | 2021-09-29 | £776,131 |
| 10 Papercourt Lane, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2021-09-28 | £645,871 |
| 5 Papercourt Lane, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2021-09-17 | £564,459 |
| 2 Papercourt Lane, Woking, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,175,000 | 2021-02-26 | £1,283,796 |
GU23 6DS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
GU23 6DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 GU23 6DS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Send CofE Primary School Send Barns Lane , Send GU23 7BS | 3out of 4 | 2,112 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pyrford Church of England Primary School Coldharbour Road , Pyrford GU22 8SP | 4out of 4 | 2,807 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingfield Primary School Kingfield Road , GU22 9EQ | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Monument Primary Academy Alpha Road , Maybury GU22 8HA | 3out of 4 | 3,350 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School, Woking Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AX | 3out of 4 | 3,431 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL | 4out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop David Brown School Albert Drive , GU21 5RF | 3out of 4 | 4,250 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoe Valley School Egley Road , GU22 0NH | 4out of 4 | 4,627 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fullbrook School Selsdon Road , New Haw KT15 3HW | 3out of 4 | 5,082 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woking High School Morton Road , Horsell GU21 4TJ | 3out of 4 | 5,467 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 | 2,821 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripley Court School Rose Lane , Ripley GU23 6NE | - not rated | 1,717 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hoe Bridge School Hoe Place , Old Woking Road GU22 8JE | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenfield School Old Woking Road , GU22 8HY | - not rated | 2,648 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Park School Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AT | - not rated | 3,484 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Halstead Preparatory School Woodham Rise , GU21 4EE | - not rated | 4,514 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Stars Public House | The Seven Stars Newark Lane | 177 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ripley C Of E Primary School (Closed) WENTWORTH CLOSE | swimming pool | 1,083 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 27.22 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 27.22 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 2.89 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.