Linnet Grove is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7DT is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Linnet Grove, Guildford, GU4 7DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 7TY, GU4 7DU, GU4 7DS, GU4 7DR, GU4 7DP, GU4 7DY, GU4 7DX, GU4 7DZ, GU4 7AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 7DT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.5% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.5% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 GU4 7DT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.8% | 20.3% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -17.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 54.5% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 12.1% | 7.6% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 11.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.9% | 47.8% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 32% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 8.1% | 14.6% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 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.
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 45.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 16.4% | 6.7% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 9.9% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 11.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 10.7% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.6% | 45.2% | -6.4% | 33.8% | 11.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.1% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 83.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.6% | 3.9% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 3.2% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 84.7% | 83.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 2.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 80.2% 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 | 82.1% | 80.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -3.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 5.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 82.1% | 79.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 14.3% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.9% | 0.5% | -10.4% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central Asia | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.2% | 37.2% | -9.0% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Linnet Grove was 53.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.1% higher than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Linnet Grove has the 41st highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 181st highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Linnet Grove, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £875,000 | 2024-04-15 | £907,968 |
| 3 Linnet Grove, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £912,995 | 2021-06-30 | £1,030,279 |
| 4 Linnet Grove, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2007-03-01 | £1,095,699 |
| 5 Linnet Grove, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2003-12-05 | £929,418 |
| 6 Linnet Grove, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2003-04-24 | £806,900 |
GU4 7DT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 GU4 7DT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 170 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 3,977 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merrow CofE Controlled Infant School Kingfisher Drive , Merrow GU4 7EA | 4out of 4 | 157 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 429 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clandon CofE Aided Primary School The Street , West Clandon GU4 7ST | 2out of 4 | 2,000 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 852 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 1,540 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 4,059 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,803 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 2,533 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,951 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 3,535 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 3,867 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clandon Golf | Clandon Golf Epsom Road | 453 yd | |
| ASHUKA TANDOORI | Merrow Heights, 255 - 257 Epsom Road | 537 yd | |
| Cottage | 221 Epsom Road | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse and Groom | Horse And Groom Epsom Road | 579 yd | |
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 207 Epsom Road | 615 yd | |
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrow SF Connect | Merrow Service Station, 215 - 219 Epsom Road | 615 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Merrow Lawn Tennis Club ABBOTS WAY | tennis courts | 564 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Guildford) EPSOM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 630 yd |
| Merrow Cricket Club MERROW CRICKET CLUB MERROW CRICKET CLUB EPSOM ROAD | grass pitches | 630 yd |
| Clandon Golf EPSOM ROAD | golf | 704 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 849 yd | |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 918 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.