Oakley Dell is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7HJ is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakley Dell, Guildford, GU4 7HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 7DH, GU4 7HH, GU4 7DJ, GU4 7EY, GU4 7DQ, GU4 7XY, GU4 7EX, GU4 7EU, GU4 7XX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU4 7HJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 57.6% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 6.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 42.4% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -6.6% |
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 7HJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 23.6% | 22% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 60.2% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10.6% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.7% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 57.7% | 60.1% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 11.7% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 29.4% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 7.7% | 8.8% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 7HJ this area, 6.8% 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 57.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.8% | 6.8% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.5% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 1.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 11.8% | -4.6% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.4% | 57.8% | 9.4% | 33.8% | 24.0% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 95.2% | 87.3% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 5.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 85.8% 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 | 88.4% | 85.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 4% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 6.3% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.4% | 86.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 9.3% | 8.0% | 9.8% | -0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakley Dell was 33.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.8% lower than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Oakley Dell has the 30th lowest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 153rd lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oakley Dell, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2025-02-11 | £1,097,811 |
| 6 Oakley Dell, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2024-08-29 | £548,381 |
| 7 Oakley Dell, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £710,000 | 2024-08-29 | £711,419 |
| 5 Oakley Dell, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2021-03-12 | £479,870 |
| 8 Oakley Dell, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £610,000 | 2018-07-04 | £706,501 |
GU4 7HJ 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Information and communication | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 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 | 3,161 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 | 734 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burpham Foundation Primary School Burpham Lane , Burpham GU4 7LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,407 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 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 896 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,343 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 5,386 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 | 1,911 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 2,174 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,489 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 3,061 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 3,132 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 | 864 yd | |
| M & R barber and brew | 6 Kingpost Parade | 872 yd | |
| Cottage | 221 Epsom Road | 1,033 yd | |
| ASHUKA TANDOORI | Merrow Heights, 255 - 257 Epsom Road | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 308 yd | |
| Anchor & Horseshoes | Anchor And Horseshoes, 194 London Road | 1,022 yd | |
| Horse and Groom | Horse And Groom Epsom Road | 1,094 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 250 yd | |
| Seafare | 206 London Road | 864 yd | |
| Shangri-La | 7 Kingpost Parade | 872 yd | |
| Subway | Garage, 224 London Road | 921 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 207 Epsom Road | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 93 London Road | 925 yd | |
| Merrow SF Connect | Merrow Service Station, 215 - 219 Epsom Road | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Surrey County Cricket Centre Woodruff Avenue | 869 yd | |
| George Abbot School WOODRUFF AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 869 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 1,073 yd | |
| Sutherland Memorial Park CLAY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,084 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 | 31.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 31.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 31.3% |
| 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 102.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.