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 52.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.6% higher than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashbury Crescent has the 38th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 180th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.6%.

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 | £393,782 |
| 13 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-10-25 | £384,652 |
| 25 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2024-08-27 | £251,750 |
| 10 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-01-12 | £440,532 |
| 56 Ashbury Crescent, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2023-09-15 | £237,567 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dene Nursery School York Road , GU1 4DU | - not rated | 2,978 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford Nursery School Hazel Avenue , GU1 1NR | 3out of 4 | 3,108 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Hill Nursery School Worplesdon Road , GU2 9RS | - not rated | 3,840 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 | 737 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrow Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 939 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | - not rated | 939 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,152 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 | 2,533 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | - not rated | 673 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 752 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | 4out of 4 | 752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Reindorp CofE School Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | - not rated | 2,996 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 | 2,469 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Surrey Maths School Mary Road , GU1 4QU | - not rated | 3,419 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Court School Boxgrove Lane , GU1 2TE | - not rated | 1,066 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornchace School Grove Road , Merrow GU1 2HL | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 1,736 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,324 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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.