New Inn Lane is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7HW is located in the Burpham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Inn Lane, Guildford, GU4 7HW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU1 1YF, GU4 7HN, GU4 7BZ, GU4 7HT, GU4 7BU, GU4 7GB, GU1 1YB, GU4 7HX, GU4 7HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 7HW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.4% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.6% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 7HW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.2% 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 | 16.8% | 28.9% | 12.1% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.9% | 63.2% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 19.0% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 2.3% | 3.7% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.7% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 (92.6%) 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 | 61.5% | 63.4% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 15.0% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 29.2% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 7% | 5.5% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -7.2% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around GU4 7HW this area, 4.2% 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 57.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.9% | 4.2% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 5.7% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 10.2% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 17.6% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.5% | 57.2% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 23.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 3.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 3.6% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 95.5% | 85.9% | -9.6% | 81.4% | 4.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 79.9% 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% | 79.9% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 7.8% | 5.4% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 79.7% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -3.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 11.6% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 2.3% | -3.6% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 3.6% | 6.5% | -2.9% |
| Sikh | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Inn Lane was 46.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% lower than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Inn Lane has the 46th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 207th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 New Inn Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2011-08-25 | £1,012,882 |
| 10 New Inn Lane, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £424,950 | 2010-07-21 | £746,926 |
| 8 New Inn Lane, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £387,500 | 2009-12-18 | £723,053 |
| 8 New Inn Lane, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2008-12-12 | £676,263 |
| 8 New Inn Lane, Guildford, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2007-11-30 | £512,395 |
GU4 7HW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 7HW 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 | 143 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,734 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burpham Foundation Primary School Burpham Lane , Burpham GU4 7LZ | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merrow CofE Controlled Infant School Kingfisher Drive , Merrow GU4 7EA | 4out of 4 | 1,290 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,710 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 591 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic School Horseshoe Lane East , Merrow GU1 2TN | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 2,911 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings College Guildford Southway , GU2 8DU | 3out of 4 | 5,140 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 | 2,032 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,511 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 2,655 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 3,174 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M & R barber and brew | 6 Kingpost Parade | 325 yd | |
| Rajdoot Tandoori Restaurant | Raj Doot Restaurant, 220 London Road | 341 yd | |
| Starbucks | Starbucks, Sainsburys Superstore Clay Lane | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 657 yd | |
| Anchor & Horseshoes | Anchor And Horseshoes, 194 London Road | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shangri-La | 7 Kingpost Parade | 325 yd | |
| Seafare | 206 London Road | 341 yd | |
| Subway | Garage, 224 London Road | 359 yd | |
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 93 London Road | 436 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Superstore Clay Lane | 658 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 357 yd |
| Sutherland Memorial Park CLAY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 520 yd |
| Surrey County Cricket Centre Woodruff Avenue | 627 yd | |
| George Abbot School WOODRUFF AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 627 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 | 66.7% |
| 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 | 159.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 170.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 25 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.