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Broadacres is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU3 3BS is located in the Worplesdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about Broadacres, Guildford, GU3 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GU3 3AT, GU3 3BX, GU3 3AU, GU3 3AX, GU2 8ES, GU2 8ER, GU3 3AY, GU3 3AS, GU2 8HQ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU3 3BS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female46%48.8%2.8% 51.0% -2.2%
Male54%51.2%-2.8% 49.0% 2.2%

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 GU3 3BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.5% 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)
Single29.7%29.5%-0.2% 37.9% -8.4%
Married: Opposite sex55.5%51.5%-4.0% 44.2% 7.3%
Married: Same sex0%1.3%1.3% 0.3% 1.0%
Separated0.4%0.8%0.4% 2.2% -1.4%
Divorced8.5%9.7%1.2% 9.1% 0.6%
Widowed5.9%7.2%1.3% 6.1% 1.1%

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.

This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health52.9%56.5%3.6% 48.4% 8.1%
Good health37.6%32.7%-4.9% 33.6% -0.9%
Fair health7.3%8.8%1.5% 12.7% -3.9%
Bad health1.1%1%-0.1% 4.0% -3.0%
Very bad health1.1%1%-0.1% 1.2% -0.2%

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 48.7%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications12.3%11.8%-0.5% 18.2% -6.4%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 15.7%7.6%-8.1% 9.6% -2.0%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels12.3%10.5%-1.8% 13.4% -2.9%
Apprenticeship5.9%8%2.1% 5.3% 2.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels8.5%11.3%2.8% 16.9% -5.6%
Degree or Similar35.6%48.7%13.1% 33.8% 14.9%
Other9.7%2.1%-7.6% 2.8% -0.7%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 68.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Bangladeshi0%1.4%1.4% 1.1% 0.3%
Chinese2.6%5.8%3.2% 0.7% 5.1%
Indian2.9%6.1%3.2% 3.1% 3.0%
Pakistani1.8%3.4%1.6% 2.7% 0.7%
Other Asian2.9%4.8%1.9% 1.6% 3.2%
Black African0%2%2.0% 2.5% -0.5%
Black Caribbean1.5%0.3%-1.2% 1.0% -0.7%
Other Black0%0.7%0.7% 0.5% 0.2%
Mixed White and Asian0%0.7%0.7% 0.8% -0.1%
Mixed White and African0.4%0%-0.4% 0.4% -0.4%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%1.4%1.4% 0.9% 0.5%
Mixed Other0.7%0.7%0.0% 0.8% -0.1%
White84.3%68.3%-16.0% 81.4% -13.1%
Roma0%0.3%0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
Arab1.5%1.4%-0.1% 0.6% 0.8%
Other1.5%2.7%1.2% 1.6% 1.1%

Country of Birth

In this area, 64.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom79.6%64.1%-15.5% 83.2% -19.1%
European Union6.9%10%3.1% 6.1% 3.9%
Rest of Europe1.5%1.7%0.2% 0.8% 0.9%
Africa2.6%4.1%1.5% 2.7% 1.4%
Middle East and Asia8%15.9%7.9% 5.6% 10.3%
The Americas and the Caribbean1.1%3.8%2.7% 1.3% 2.5%
Oceania0.4%0.3%-0.1% 0.3% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK79.2%63.5%-15.7% 83.2% -19.7%
10+ Years3.6%16%12.4% 9.8% 6.2%
5-10 Years7.7%7.5%-0.2% 2.9% 4.6%
2-5 Years1.8%4.1%2.3% 2.2% 1.9%
Less than 2 years7.7%8.9%1.2% 1.9% 7.0%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom67.7% 76.7% -9.0%
France0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Italy0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Spain1.7% 0.4% 1.3%
Lithuania0.3% 0.3% 0.0%
Poland0.3% 1.3% -1.0%
Romania3.7% 0.9% 2.8%
Other EU countries4.1% 1.5% 2.6%
Other Europe0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
North Africa1.4% 0.1% 1.3%
Central and Western Africa1.7% 0.3% 1.4%
South and Eastern Africa0.7% 0.2% 0.5%
Eastern Asia0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Southern Asia4.1% 1.2% 2.9%
South-East Asia2.7% 0.2% 2.5%
North America and the Caribbean0.7% 0.3% 0.4%
Central and South America1.4% 0.2% 1.2%
No passport held7.8% 13.5% -5.7%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion24.5% 37.2% -12.7%
Christian62.9% 46.2% 16.7%
Hindu1% 1.7% -0.7%
Muslim4.8% 6.5% -1.7%
Other religion1% 0.6% 0.4%
Not answered5.8% 6.0% -0.2%

Safety

Is Broadacres Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadacres was 10.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.0% lower than the Worplesdon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.

Broadacres has the lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Worplesdon and the 26th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.7%.



🔎 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. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£61,800
Income Rank
10/10

Household Income in GU3 3BS, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Broadacres are based on 184 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 Broadacres, Guildford, GU3 3BS

Estimated Average Property Prices for GU3 3BS

Average Price
£477,290
Semi-Detached
£440,112
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£579,530
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Broadacres

Average Price
£458,444
Semi-Detached
£474,307
Terraced
£431,647
Detached
£563,755
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on BroadacresStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
147 Broadacres, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£430,0002025-05-14 £430,000
137 Broadacres, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£432,5002025-03-28 £433,341
139 Broadacres, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£425,0002023-10-27 £442,619
142 Broadacres, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£487,0002023-08-07 £495,173
149 Broadacres, Guildford, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£380,0002022-02-22 £409,414
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GU3 3BS

Employment

GU3 3BS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee80
Retired69
Part-Time Employee24
Self-Employed21
Student (economically inactive)12
Looking after home or family11
Unemployed8
Other6
Full-Time Student (with or without job)5
Long-Term Sick or disabled0

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles25
Human health and social work activities20
Professional, scientific and technical activities18
Construction16
Education14
Information and communication11
Manufacturing10
Accommodation and food service activities9
Administrative and support service activities9
Financial and insurance activities8
Other6
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security5
Transport and storage4
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Nursery

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 2,339 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
155 Aldershot Road , GU2 8YH
3out of 4 383 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Guildford Grove Primary School
Southway , GU2 8YD
3out of 4 725 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Stoughton Infant School
Stoughton Road , GU2 9ZT
4out of 4 1,425 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Wood Street Infant School
Wood Street , GU3 3DA
4out of 4 1,427 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Queen Eleanor's Church of England School
Queen Eleanor's Road , GU2 7SD
3out of 4 1,521 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Kings College Guildford
Southway , GU2 8DU
3out of 4 624 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Christ's College, Guildford
Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY
2out of 4 1,984 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Guildford County School
Farnham Road , GU2 4LU
4out of 4 2,379 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
George Abbot School
Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX
4out of 4 4,391 yd Academy converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Peter's Catholic School
Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN
- not rated 5,176 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Rydes Hill Preparatory School
Rydes Hill House , Aldershot Road GU2 8BP
- not rated 326 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Wey Valley College
Southway , GU2 8AA
- not rated 594 yd Academy alternative provision converter Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Hope Service
Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS
4out of 4 1,106 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable Mixed More About School
University of Surrey
Stag Hill , GU2 7XH
- not rated 1,551 yd Higher education institutions Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Pond Meadow School
Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR
4out of 4 2,322 yd Academy special converter Yes Mixed 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
Gurkha Kitchen111 Aldershot Road528 yd
Cafe at KingsKings College For The Arts And Technology Southway602 yd
Emmanuel CafeEmmanuel Parish Centre, Emmanuel Church Shepherds Lane946 yd
Wholesome Fruit Veg & Mix91 Worplesdon Road1,015 yd
CH&Co WorkplaceGround Floor, 1000 Cathedral Square Cathedral Hill1,041 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Park Barn Community ClubSocial Club, Park Barn Community Centre Cabell Road337 yd
Stoughton & Westborough RBL Club LtdThe Royal British Legion Northway671 yd
Holroyd Arms36 Aldershot Road1,041 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Empire fish bar115 Aldershot Road528 yd
Ming's Take Away121 Aldershot Road528 yd
Southway Chicken House / Southway Pizza House107 Southway702 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-operative Group121B Aldershot Road647 yd
Sainsbury's124 Worplesdon Road1,046 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Kings College Guildford
SOUTHWAY
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches598 yd
Stoughton Recreation Ground
STOUGHTON COMMUNITY CENTRE STOUGHTON COMMUNITY CENTRE WORPLESDON ROAD
grass pitches946 yd
Unisport - Sports Centre (Closed)
health and fitness suite, squash courts967 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 93.1%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 93.1%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 93.1%

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 speed100 Mbit/s
Average download speed157.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed14.5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

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