Penryn Drive is in Headley Down, Bordon and in East Hampshire district. GU35 8JZ is located in the Headley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penryn Drive, Headley Down, Bordon, GU35 8JZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU35 8JN, GU35 8JL, GU35 8JJ, GU35 8JW, GU35 8JP, GU35 8JR, GU35 8JX, GU35 8HF, GU35 8HG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU35 8JZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 GU35 8JZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.2% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.7% | 19.4% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.4% | 65.2% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 21.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -3.9% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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%) 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 | 52.5% | 52.9% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 36.1% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 7.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 11.2% | 14.6% | 3.4% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 9.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 12.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15.5% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.6% | 41.4% | 2.8% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 7.9% | 1.9% | -6.0% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.4% | 86% | -8.4% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 7.2% | 6.9% | 0.1% | 7.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 88.8% | 93.1% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 2.5% | -3.8% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 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 | 88.1% | 93.6% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 56.2% | 46.2% | 10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penryn Drive was 57.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.2% higher than the Grayshott average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penryn Drive has the 8th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Grayshott and the 131st highest crime rate of 412 local areas in East Hampshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Penryn Drive, Bordon, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2020-05-04 | £545,938 |
| 2 Penryn Drive, Bordon, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2015-06-05 | £601,250 |
| 4 Penryn Drive, Bordon, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2012-09-07 | £703,311 |
| 1 Penryn Drive, Bordon, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2008-07-10 | £714,773 |
| 4 Penryn Drive, Bordon, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2006-10-25 | £765,227 |
GU35 8JZ 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.
GU35 8JZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GU35 8JZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holme Church of England Primary School Openfields , GU35 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,387 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Aided Infant School Barford Lane , Churt GU10 2JE | 4out of 4 | 2,449 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grayshott Church of England Controlled Primary School School Road , Grayshott GU26 6LR | 3out of 4 | 2,913 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon Hill Community Primary School Beacon Hill Road , GU26 6NR | 3out of 4 | 3,274 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weyford Nursery and Primary Academy Weyford Nursery and Primary Academy , GU35 0ET | - not rated | 4,115 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakmoor School Budds Lane , GU35 0JB | 3out of 4 | 4,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolmer Hill School Woolmer Hill , Woolmer Hill Road GU27 1QB | 3out of 4 | 4,878 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bohunt School Longmoor Road , GU30 7NY | 4out of 4 | 5,012 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywater School Mill Chase Road , GU35 0HA | 3out of 4 | 3,667 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pathways Education Sundial Stables , Sundial House GU10 2LB | - not rated | 3,906 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's School Trust Ltd Portsmouth Road , Hindhead GU26 6BH | - not rated | 4,042 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Amesbury Hazel Grove , Hindhead GU26 6BL | - not rated | 4,605 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK - Hindhead Campus Tilford Road , Hindhead GU26 6SJ | - not rated | 4,616 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Community Hall | Woodlands Community Hall, Larch Road, Headley Down, Bordon, GU35 8AS | 977 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Hall WOODLANDS HALL WOODLANDS HALL LARCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,053 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.