Hawthorn Place is in Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 7PJ is located in the Merrow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hawthorn Place, Guildford, GU4 7PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 7AT, GU4 7DL, GU4 7AS, GU4 7AP, GU4 7YA, GU4 7AR, GU4 7XT, GU4 7DX, GU4 7EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 7PJ 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 | 55% | 50.5% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45% | 49.5% | 4.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.5% | 30.1% | -4.4% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.5% | 49.4% | 7.9% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 3.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 11.2% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5.2% | -4.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (86.3%) 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 | 48.9% | 56.7% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 8.3% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 29.6% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.2% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 11.3% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 6.9% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 10.1% | -0.4% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 16.2% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.8% | 53.8% | 11.0% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 8.3% | 0% | -8.3% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 4.6% | 1.9% | -2.7% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 85.9% | 78% | -7.9% | 81.4% | -3.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 71.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 71.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -11.6% |
| European Union | 5% | 10.1% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 5% | 3.5% | -1.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 9.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | 4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.2% | 71.6% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 12.9% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 9.1% | 7.2% | 2.9% | 6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 3.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.3% | 2.5% | -12.8% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.3% | 76.7% | -1.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.8% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hawthorn Place was 87.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.4% higher than the Burpham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hawthorn Place has the 22nd highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Burpham and the 84th highest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Hawthorn Place, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2020-10-29 | £521,457 |
| 5 Hawthorn Place, Guildford, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £96,250 | 2011-06-03 | £162,172 |
GU4 7PJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| 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 | 3,660 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 | 187 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue , Merrow GU1 2SG | 3out of 4 | 285 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boxgrove Primary School Boxgrove Lane , Merrow GU1 2TD | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Horseshoe Lane West , Merrow GU1 2SX | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burpham Foundation Primary School Burpham Lane , Burpham GU4 7LZ | 4out of 4 | 1,995 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's College, Guildford Larch Avenue , GU1 1JY | 2out of 4 | 3,730 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,483 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,983 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 2,223 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Guildford High School London Road , GU1 1SJ | - not rated | 2,627 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Royal Grammar School Guildford High Street , Guildford GU1 3BB | - not rated | 3,222 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Pond Meadow School Larch Avenue , GU1 1DR | 4out of 4 | 3,546 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | 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 | 477 yd | |
| Cottage | 221 Epsom Road | 488 yd | |
| Clandon Golf | Clandon Golf Epsom Road | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse and Groom | Horse And Groom Epsom Road | 537 yd | |
| Bushy Hill Community Asso | Bushy Hill Community Centre Bushy Hill Drive | 663 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chitoi | 26 Tansy Close | 355 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 207 Epsom Road | 496 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrow SF Connect | Merrow Service Station, 215 - 219 Epsom Road | 496 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bushy Hill Junior School Sheeplands Avenue | grass pitches | 171 yd |
| St Peters Catholic School HORSESHOE LANE EAST | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Merrow Village Club & Hall EPSOM ROAD | 657 yd | |
| Merrow Lawn Tennis Club ABBOTS WAY | tennis courts | 714 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Guildford) EPSOM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 775 yd |
| Merrow Cricket Club MERROW CRICKET CLUB MERROW CRICKET CLUB EPSOM ROAD | grass pitches | 775 yd |
| Clandon Golf EPSOM ROAD | golf | 897 yd |
| George Abbot School Playing Fields NEW INN LANE | grass pitches | 999 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 | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.