Fir Way is in Grayshott, Hindhead and in East Hampshire district. GU26 6JQ is located in the Grayshott electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fir Way, Grayshott, Hindhead, GU26 6JQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU26 6JQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 51.2% | -5.1% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 43.8% | 48.8% | 5.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 26.3% | 34.8% | 8.5% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65% | 47% | -18.0% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 6.5% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.4%) 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 | 61.3% | 59.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 11.3% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 30.7% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 4.4% | 6.5% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -6.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 16.1% | 26.7% | 10.6% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 6.9% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 12.1% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 17.7% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 32.8% | -4.4% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 12.4% | 1.7% | -10.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.9% | 85.2% | -11.7% | 81.4% | 3.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 7.2% | 6.6% | 0.1% | 7.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 81.3% | 92.5% | 11.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 12.5% | 3.1% | -9.4% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.3% | 92.5% | 11.2% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 0.7% | -4.9% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.2% | 13.5% | -6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fir Way was 76.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.1% higher than the Grayshott average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fir Way has the 3rd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Grayshott and the 90th highest crime rate of 412 local areas in East Hampshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 346.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Witches Fir Way, Hindhead, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,175,000 | 2024-04-19 | £1,178,653 |
| Chintens Fir Way, Hindhead, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2009-04-24 | £1,133,780 |
| Little Witches Fir Way, Hindhead, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2009-03-27 | £1,002,367 |
| Blue Cedar Fir Way, Hindhead, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2005-05-05 | £1,035,031 |
GU26 6JQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Looking after home or family | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Aided Infant School Barford Lane , Churt GU10 2JE | 4out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grayshott Church of England Controlled Primary School School Road , Grayshott GU26 6LR | 3out of 4 | 2,220 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Community Primary School Beacon Hill Road , GU26 6NR | 3out of 4 | 2,574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holme Church of England Primary School Openfields , GU35 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 3,105 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weyford Nursery and Primary Academy Weyford Nursery and Primary Academy , GU35 0ET | - not rated | 4,817 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woolmer Hill School Woolmer Hill , Woolmer Hill Road GU27 1QB | 3out of 4 | 4,322 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakmoor School Budds Lane , GU35 0JB | 3out of 4 | 4,874 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Longmoor Road , GU30 7NY | 4out of 4 | 5,114 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's School Trust Ltd Portsmouth Road , Hindhead GU26 6BH | - not rated | 3,350 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Education Sundial Stables , Sundial House GU10 2LB | - not rated | 3,573 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Hindhead Campus Tilford Road , Hindhead GU26 6SJ | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Amesbury Hazel Grove , Hindhead GU26 6BL | - not rated | 3,955 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Undershaw Education Trust Undershaw , Portsmouth Road GU26 6AQ | - not rated | 4,129 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grayshott Spa HEADLEY ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, swimming pool, tennis courts | 818 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 | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 27.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 27.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 4.88 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.