Lapwing Grove is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7DZ is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lapwing Grove, Guildford, GU4 7DZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 7DX, GU4 7EW, GU4 7DP, GU4 7EA, GU4 7AS, GU4 7EN, GU4 7ED, GU4 7DY, GU4 7EJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 7DZ 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 | 50.2% | 50.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.5% | -0.3% | 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 7DZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.6% 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 | 22.8% | 18.6% | -4.2% | 37.9% | -19.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.2% | 69.6% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 25.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) 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 | 56.8% | 57.8% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 30% | 31.8% | 1.8% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 GU4 7DZ this area, 6.1% 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 65.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 6.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 9.5% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 9.5% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -7.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.6% | 65.4% | 11.8% | 33.8% | 31.6% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 4.2% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 91.6% | 84.1% | -7.5% | 81.4% | 2.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 81.5% 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 | 89.5% | 81.5% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 6.7% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 6.7% | 3.4% | 5.6% | 1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 82% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 11.9% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.3% | 1.2% | -8.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lapwing Grove was 5.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.7% lower than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lapwing Grove has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 7th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Lapwing Grove, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2022-08-16 | £484,230 |
| 11 Lapwing Grove, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £765,000 | 2022-06-13 | £790,919 |
| 8 Lapwing Grove, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-05-26 | £545,588 |
| 1 Lapwing Grove, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £499,000 | 2021-01-15 | £536,851 |
| 4 Lapwing Grove, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £427,000 | 2019-11-15 | £493,107 |
GU4 7DZ 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 GU4 7DZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Nursery School York Road , GU1 4DU | - not rated | 3,568 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford Nursery School Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 3,893 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Hill Nursery School Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS | - not rated | 4,600 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3out of 4 | 110 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrow Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 415 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 1,363 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 1,363 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,365 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellfields Middle School Woking Road , GU1 1QJ | - not rated | 3,307 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 818 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | 4out of 4 | 818 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | - not rated | 1,458 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Reindorp CofE School Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | - not rated | 3,775 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford College of Further and Higher Education Stoke Park , GU1 1EZ | - not rated | 3,153 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Maths School Mary Road , GU1 4QU | - not rated | 4,041 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornchace School Grove Road , Merrow GU1 2HL | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Temple Court School Boxgrove Lane , GU1 2TE | - not rated | 1,524 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 2,250 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 2,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Drayton House School 35 Austen Road , GU1 3NP | - not rated | 2,777 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASHUKA TANDOORI | Merrow Heights, 255 - 257 Epsom Road | 597 yd | |
| Cottage | 221 Epsom Road | 617 yd | |
| Clandon Golf | Clandon Golf Epsom Road | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse and Groom | Horse And Groom Epsom Road | 652 yd | |
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 442 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 207 Epsom Road | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrow SF Connect | Merrow Service Station, 215 - 219 Epsom Road | 644 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 355 yd |
| Merrow Lawn Tennis Club ABBOTS WAY | tennis courts | 736 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Guildford) EPSOM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Merrow Cricket Club MERROW CRICKET CLUB MERROW CRICKET CLUB EPSOM ROAD | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 837 yd | |
| Clandon Golf EPSOM ROAD | golf | 896 yd |
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 956 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.