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Potters Lane is in Send, Woking and in Guildford district. GU23 7AJ 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 Potters Lane, Send, Woking, GU23 7AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GU23 7AH, GU23 7JQ, GU23 7AQ, GU23 7BD, GU23 7AG, GU23 7AF, GU23 7EW, GU23 7AL, GU23 7AE.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU23 7AJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female50.2%50.6%0.4% 51.0% -0.4%
Male49.8%49.4%-0.4% 49.0% 0.4%

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 GU23 7AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.5% 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)
Single19.4%19.9%0.5% 37.9% -18.0%
Married: Opposite sex65.7%65.5%-0.2% 44.2% 21.3%
Married: Same sex0.9%1.9%1.0% 0.3% 1.6%
Separated0.9%0.5%-0.4% 2.2% -1.7%
Divorced8.3%5.8%-2.5% 9.1% -3.3%
Widowed4.6%6.3%1.7% 6.1% 0.2%

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health48.3%47.7%-0.6% 48.4% -0.7%
Good health35.4%37%1.6% 33.6% 3.4%
Fair health14.4%9.9%-4.5% 12.7% -2.8%
Bad health1.9%3.3%1.4% 4.0% -0.7%
Very bad health0%2.1%2.1% 1.2% 0.9%

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.

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 46.1%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications11.1%12.3%1.2% 18.2% -5.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 14.8%7.8%-7.0% 9.6% -1.8%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels13.4%10.8%-2.6% 13.4% -2.6%
Apprenticeship5.6%7.8%2.2% 5.3% 2.5%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels8.3%12.7%4.4% 16.9% -4.2%
Degree or Similar43.5%46.1%2.6% 33.8% 12.3%
Other3.2%2.5%-0.7% 2.8% -0.3%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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)
Indian0%1.2%1.2% 3.1% -1.9%
Other Asian0%0.4%0.4% 1.6% -1.2%
Black Caribbean0.4%0.4%0.0% 1.0% -0.6%
Mixed White and Asian0.4%0.8%0.4% 0.8% 0.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.4%2.1%1.7% 0.9% 1.2%
Mixed Other0.8%0%-0.8% 0.8% -0.8%
White98.1%93.4%-4.7% 81.4% 12.0%
Arab0%0.8%0.8% 0.6% 0.2%
Other0%0.8%0.8% 1.6% -0.8%

Country of Birth

In this area, 89.3% 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 Kingdom95.1%89.3%-5.8% 83.2% 6.1%
European Union1.1%3.7%2.6% 6.1% -2.4%
Africa1.1%1.2%0.1% 2.7% -1.5%
Middle East and Asia0.8%3.3%2.5% 5.6% -2.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.5%1.2%-0.3% 1.3% -0.1%
Oceania0.4%1.2%0.8% 0.3% 0.9%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK94.7%88.5%-6.2% 83.2% 5.3%
10+ Years0.8%10.2%9.4% 9.8% 0.4%
5-10 Years0%1.2%1.2% 2.9% -1.7%
2-5 Years1.5%0%-1.5% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years3%0%-3.0% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom90.4% 76.7% 13.7%
Ireland0.8% 0.6% 0.2%
Italy0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Poland1.3% 1.3% 0.0%
Other Europe0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Middle East0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Central and South America0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Oceania0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
No passport held5.4% 13.5% -8.1%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion31.6% 37.2% -5.6%
Christian60.2% 46.2% 14.0%
Buddhist0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Muslim2% 6.5% -4.5%
Sikh0.8% 0.9% -0.1%
Not answered4.9% 6.0% -1.1%

Safety

Is Potters Lane Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Potters Lane was 48.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.6% higher than the Clandon & Horsley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.

Potters Lane has the 20th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Clandon & Horsley and the 193rd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.0%.



🔎 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. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£64,900
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in GU23 7AJ, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Potters Lane are based on 148 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Guildford.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Potters Lane, Send, Woking, GU23 7AJ

Estimated Average Property Prices for GU23 7AJ

Average Price
£709,365
Semi-Detached
£572,299
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£836,640
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Potters Lane

Average Price
£820,622
Semi-Detached
£613,730
Terraced
£563,954
Detached
£993,174
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
£1,506,554

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Potters LaneStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
65 Potters Lane, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£737,0002024-10-03 £737,725
5 Potters Lane, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£580,0002024-06-14 £597,611
47 Potters Lane, Woking, Surrey
Detached, an established residential building
£876,0002023-07-05 £837,986
3 Potters Lane, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£545,0002022-06-13 £571,969
73 Potters Lane, Woking, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£450,0002021-08-09 £505,629
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GU23 7AJ

Employment

GU23 7AJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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 7AJ 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 7AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired73
Full-Time Employee63
Self-Employed26
Part-Time Employee22
Looking after home or family11
Student (economically inactive)4
Long-Term Sick or disabled4
Full-Time Student (with or without job)2
Other0
Unemployed0

Employment Industry

Professional, scientific and technical activities21
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles17
Manufacturing14
Education13
Human health and social work activities12
Financial and insurance activities10
Administrative and support service activities8
Construction7
Other6
Accommodation and food service activities6
Information and communication6
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security3
Transport and storage2
Real estate activities2
Agriculture, forestry and fishing2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1

Schools

Nursery

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Guildford Nursery School
Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR
3out of 4 4,904 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Send CofE First School
Send Barns Lane , Send GU23 7BS
- not rated 1,477 yd Foundation school Yes Mixed More About School
Send CofE Primary School
Send Barns Lane , Send GU23 7BS
3out of 4 1,482 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Kingfield Primary School
Kingfield Road , GU22 9EQ
- not rated 1,600 yd Community school Yes Mixed More About School
Kingfield Primary School
Kingfield Road , GU22 9EQ
3out of 4 1,600 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Westfield First School
31 Westfield Road , GU22 9NG
- not rated 1,903 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Middle deemed primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Hoefield County Middle School
Bonsey Lane , Westfield GU22 9PR
- not rated 2,191 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Dunstan's RC Middle School
Onslow Crescent , GU22 7AX
- not rated 3,395 yd Voluntary aided school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Goldsworth Middle School
Kingsway , GU21 1NT
- not rated 3,629 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pyrford Middle School
Coldharbour Road , Pyrford GU22 8SP
- not rated 4,676 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Bellfields Middle School
Woking Road , GU1 1QJ
- not rated 5,192 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Secondary

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
- not rated 2,080 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
St John the Baptist Catholic Comprehensive School, Woking
Elmbridge Lane , Kingfield GU22 9AL
- not rated 2,080 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Hoe Valley School
Egley Road , GU22 0NH
- not rated 2,578 yd Free schools No Mixed More About School
George Abbot School
Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX
3out of 4 4,658 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
George Abbot School
Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX
- not rated 4,658 yd Community school Not Applicable 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 1,858 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Woking College
Rydens Way , GU22 9DL
- not rated 1,858 yd Academy 16-19 converter No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Trees School
Hoe Place , Old Woking Road GU22 8JE
- not rated 1,959 yd Other independent school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Hoe Bridge School
Hoe Place , Old Woking Road GU22 8JE
- not rated 1,983 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Woking Peg
Sherratts House , Mayford Road GU22 0PQ
- not rated 2,619 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Freemantles School
Smarts Heath Road , GU22 0AN
4out of 4 2,655 yd Community special school No Mixed More About School
Oaks School
The Oaks Centre , Mayford Green GU22 0PW
- not rated 2,741 yd Miscellaneous Not Applicable Not applicable 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
Astalet Cafe155 Send Road733 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The New innThe New Inn Send Road295 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Taste Of India150 Send Road733 yd
Ocean City149 Send Road733 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Send Recreation Ground
PAVILION PAVILION SEND ROAD
grass pitches, tennis courts679 yd
Concorde Cricket Club
PAVILION PAVILION POTTERS LANE
grass pitches823 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 52.6%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 18.4%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 0.0%

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 speed76.3 Mbit/s
Average download speed84.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed320.05 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed320.05 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed20 Mbit/s
Average upload speed19.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed49.42 Mbit/s

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