Ashbury Crescent is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7HG is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, GU4 7HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 7EX, GU4 7XU, GU4 7XX, GU4 7HF, GU1 2UB, GU4 7HQ, GU4 7HH, GU4 7XY, GU1 2UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 7HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.3% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.7% | 0.2% | 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.
In the immediate area around GU4 7HG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.8% | 44.7% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 33.8% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -10.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14% | 14% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 7% | 4.8% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 39.7% | 51.8% | 12.1% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 31.9% | -10.7% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 12.7% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 24.1% | 11% | -13.1% | 18.2% | -7.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.6% | -2.2% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 18.4% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 18% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 34.2% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3.1% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.6% | 1.1% | -1.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 90.8% | 88.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 79.3% 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 | 82.4% | 79.3% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -3.9% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 12.4% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 2.2% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 79.6% | -2.8% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 12.4% | 12.0% | 9.8% | 2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.1% | 3.6% | -4.5% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.5% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Ireland | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashbury Crescent was 44.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.4% lower than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashbury Crescent has the 45th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 211th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2025-04-30 | £405,000 |
| 13 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-10-25 | £386,576 |
| 25 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2024-08-27 | £253,252 |
| 10 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-01-12 | £445,725 |
| 56 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-09-15 | £240,367 |
GU4 7HG area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
GU4 7HG 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 | 100 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Other | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 2,979 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 | 870 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burpham Foundation Primary School Burpham Lane , Burpham GU4 7LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 547 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 844 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 3,077 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,119 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 5,163 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,701 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 1,966 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 2,914 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rajdoot Tandoori Restaurant | Raj Doot Restaurant, 220 London Road | 774 yd | |
| M & R barber and brew | 6 Kingpost Parade | 801 yd | |
| Esquires coffee Guildford Boxgrove | 125 Collingwood Crescent | 957 yd | |
| Cafe B | Boxgrove Primary School, Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane | 981 yd | |
| Cottage | 221 Epsom Road | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 122 yd | |
| Anchor & Horseshoes | Anchor And Horseshoes, 194 London Road | 831 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 348 yd | |
| Seafare | 206 London Road | 774 yd | |
| Shangri-La | 7 Kingpost Parade | 801 yd | |
| Subway | Garage, 224 London Road | 896 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 207 Epsom Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 93 London Road | 810 yd | |
| Merrow SF Connect | Merrow Service Station, 215 - 219 Epsom Road | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 602 yd |
| Surrey County Cricket Centre Woodruff Avenue | 674 yd | |
| George Abbot School WOODRUFF AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 674 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 755 yd |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Boxgrove Primary School BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE PRIMARY SCHOOL BOXGROVE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 928 yd |
| Sutherland Memorial Park CLAY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,034 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 1,046 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 | 87.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 85.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 85.5% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.