The Guildway is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU3 1LS is located in the Shalford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 2004-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Guildway, Guildford, GU3 1LS 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 1LS 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 1LS 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 The Guildway 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.
The Guildway 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Imaginations Ashbourne House The Guildway, Guildford, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £17,730 | 2013-12-10 | £24,489 |
GU3 1LS 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 1LS 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wharf Nursery School & Children's Centre The Wharf , Woolsack Way GU7 1JG | 3out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 5,123 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shalford Infant School Shalford Infant School , Station Row GU4 8BY | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas CofE Aided Infant School Portsmouth Road , GU2 4YD | 3out of 4 | 1,813 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewley Down Infant School Semaphore Road , GU1 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,424 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Loseley Fields Primary School Green Lane , Binscombe GU7 3TB | 2out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Onslow Infant School Powell Close , Onslow Village GU2 7DD | 3out of 4 | 2,592 yd | Community 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 | 2,092 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwater School Summers Road , GU7 3BW | - not rated | 2,135 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 3,832 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 4,675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 4,942 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bramley Oak Academy Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0BJ | - not rated | 1,933 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Gosden House School Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0AH | 4out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 2,638 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| University of Surrey Stag Hill , GU2 7XH | - not rated | 3,129 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's School Station Road , Bramley GU5 0DF | - not rated | 3,138 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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 | 306 yd | |
| Gymnastics Factory | 5A, Artington Manor Farm Old Portsmouth Road, Peasmarsh | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sea Horse Inn | The Sea Horse Inn, 52 - 54 The Street | 879 yd | |
| Joe Manneh Catering Company at The Queen Victoria | The Queen Victoria Station Row | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shalford Cricket Club Horsham Road | grass pitches | 1,055 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.