Sandy Lane is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU3 1HF is located in the Shalford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandy Lane, Guildford, GU3 1HF 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 GU3 1HF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.1% | 50.7% | -6.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 42.9% | 49.3% | 6.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 22.1% | 30% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 47% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 2.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 9.5% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 16.2% | 11% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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 (85.4%) 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 | 50.4% | 53% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 4.6% |
| Good health | 23.4% | 32.4% | 9.0% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 13.1% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 10.6% | 1.5% | -9.1% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 GU3 1HF this area, 9.8% 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 46%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 9.8% | -7.7% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 6.7% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 11.2% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7.4% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 17.2% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.9% | 46% | 1.1% | 33.8% | 12.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.3% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 89.1% | 85.8% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.3% | 85.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.1% | 8.8% | 9.8% | -0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.4% | 2.1% | -6.3% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 12.4% | 6.0% | 6.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandy Lane was 391.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 709.1% higher than the Pilgrims average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sandy Lane has the highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Pilgrims and the 11th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Piccards Rough Sandy Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £3,100,000 | 2025-05-07 | £3,100,000 |
| Magnolia Cottage Sandy Lane, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £1,310,000 | 2022-11-25 | £1,299,766 |
| The Coach House Sandy Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,930,000 | 2022-03-23 | £3,039,080 |
| Holly Barn Sandy Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,750,000 | 2021-02-16 | £1,912,037 |
| Piccards Wood Sandy Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £2,800,000 | 2018-03-16 | £3,304,000 |
GU3 1HF 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.
GU3 1HF 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Other | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Education | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 4,488 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Wharf Nursery School & Children's Centre The Wharf , Woolsack Way GU7 1JG | 3out of 4 | 4,615 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School Portsmouth Road , GU2 4YD | 3out of 4 | 1,376 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Onslow Infant School Powell Close , Onslow Village GU2 7DD | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Eleanor's Church of England School Queen Eleanor's Road , GU2 7SD | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shalford Infant School Shalford Infant School , Station Row GU4 8BY | - not rated | 2,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewley Down Infant School Semaphore Road , GU1 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwater School Summers Road , GU7 3BW | - not rated | 2,681 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 2,849 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 4,019 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 4,980 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Surrey Stag Hill , GU2 7XH | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 2,400 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bramley Oak Academy Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0BJ | - not rated | 2,943 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 3,061 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wey Valley College Southway , GU2 8AA | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| YT-Industries | Units 6a To 6b, Pew Corner Old Portsmouth Road, Peasmarsh | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde Ship Inn | Ye Olde Ship Inn Portsmouth Road | 905 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 | 80.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Median download speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.82 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.82 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.66 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.