Halfpenny Lane is in Chilworth, Guildford and in Guildford district. GU4 8NN is located in the Tillingbourne electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Mole Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Halfpenny Lane, Chilworth, Guildford, GU4 8NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU4 8NL, GU4 8NH, GU4 8NQ, GU4 8NJ, GU4 8BF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU4 8NN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 8NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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% | 21.9% | -1.1% | 37.9% | -16.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 60.1% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8.5% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 51.2% | 2.3% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 32.8% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.7% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 43.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13% | 10.6% | -2.4% | 18.2% | -7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 13.1% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 15.5% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.7% | 43.8% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 10.0% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.8% | -3.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 97.8% | 94.2% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 90.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 90.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 5% | 4% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 90% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 8.5% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 0% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.2% | 37.2% | -6.0% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halfpenny Lane was 18.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Tillingbourne average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Halfpenny Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Tillingbourne and the 65th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfpenny Corner Halfpenny Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £880,000 | 2010-10-01 | £1,468,619 |
| Halfpenny Corner Halfpenny Lane, Guildford, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2001-08-17 | £1,359,079 |
GU4 8NN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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 8NN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GU4 8NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilworth CofE (Aided) Infant School Dorking Road , Chilworth GU4 8NP | 4out of 4 | 728 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tillingbourne Junior School New Road , Chilworth GU4 8NB | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity, Guildford, CofE Aided Junior School Addison Road , GU1 3QF | 3out of 4 | 2,431 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shalford Infant School Shalford Infant School , Station Row GU4 8BY | - not rated | 2,463 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pewley Down Infant School Semaphore Road , GU1 3PT | 4out of 4 | 2,970 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 3,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Guildford County School Farnham Road , GU2 4LU | 4out of 4 | 4,254 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Abbot School Woodruff Avenue , GU1 1XX | 4out of 4 | 4,303 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadwater School Summers Road , GU7 3BW | - not rated | 4,983 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanesborough School Maori Road , Guildford GU1 2EL | - not rated | 3,148 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Gosden House School Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0AH | 4out of 4 | 3,193 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramley Oak Academy Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0BJ | - not rated | 3,199 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Tormead School Cranley Road , GU1 2JD | - not rated | 3,263 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Catherine's School Station Road , Bramley GU5 0DF | - not rated | 3,316 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percy Arms | Percy Arms, 75 Dorking Road | 675 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chilworth C Of E Aided Infant School DORKING ROAD | swimming pool | 599 yd |
| Albury Eagles Fc NEW ROAD | grass pitches | 753 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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.