Overford Close is in Cranleigh and in Waverley district. GU6 8BL is located in the Cranleigh West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Overford Close, Cranleigh, GU6 8BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU6 8BJ, GU6 8BH, GU6 8BW, GU6 8BA, GU6 8BN, GU6 8DW, GU6 8BF, GU6 8DN, GU6 8DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU6 8BL has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% 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 | 52.4% | 56.6% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 47.6% | 43.4% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 GU6 8BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% 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 | 13.8% | 16% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -21.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 56% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 6.3% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 14.4% | 18.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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 | 47.1% | 47.5% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 31.8% | -2.2% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 14.6% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 5.6% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 19.5% | 14.4% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 9.2% | 1.2% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 10.9% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 14.9% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 37.4% | 0.0% | 33.8% | 3.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 7.5% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 4.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| White | 91.7% | 87.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 6.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Other | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 86.4% 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 | 87.4% | 86.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 86.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.1% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 0.5% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.7% | 1.5% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| Ireland | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.1% | 37.2% | -16.1% |
| Christian | 65.3% | 46.2% | 19.1% |
| Buddhist | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Overford Close was 48.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% higher than the Cranleigh East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Overford Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cranleigh East and the 120th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% 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 Overford Close, Cranleigh, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £670,000 | 2023-12-12 | £696,970 |
| 3 Overford Close, Cranleigh, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £642,500 | 2023-01-05 | £630,935 |
| 1 Overford Close, Cranleigh, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2021-09-30 | £700,664 |
| 12 Overford Close, Cranleigh, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2019-08-12 | £687,165 |
| 4 Overford Close, Cranleigh, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2012-07-06 | £628,575 |
GU6 8BL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in GU6 8BL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 52% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh Church of England Primary School Parsonage Road , Cranleigh GU6 7AN | 3out of 4 | 541 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Primary School St Nicolas Avenue , GU6 7AQ | 4out of 4 | 585 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Mead Primary Park Drive , Park Mead Estate GU6 7HB | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewhurst CofE Aided Infant School The Street , GU6 7PX | 4out of 4 | 3,796 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glebelands School Parsonage Road , GU6 7AN | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh School Horseshoe Lane , GU6 8QQ | - not rated | 1,456 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Specialist Trust Amlets Lane , Surrey GU6 7DH | 4out of 4 | 2,171 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jigsaw CABAS School 20 Dunsfold Park , Stovolds Hill GU6 8TB | - not rated | 3,803 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grafham Grange School Grafham , Bramley GU5 0LH | 2out of 4 | 5,339 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Duke of Kent School Peaslake Road , Ewhurst GU6 7NS | - not rated | 5,434 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranleigh Leisure Centre | Village Way, Cranleigh | 280 yd | |
| Spice | Cobblers Corner, Ewhurst Road | 336 yd | |
| Cranleigh Arts Centre | 1 High Street, Cranleigh | 360 yd | |
| The Ol' West Steakhouse & Diner | Unit 2, 96-102 High Street | 443 yd | |
| Amarone Italian Restaurant | Unit 1, 96-102 High Street | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Three Horseshoes | 4 High Street, Cranleigh | 277 yd | |
| The Richard Onslow | 113-117 High Street, Cranleigh | 503 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moooh! Ice Cream | 1 Ewhurst Road, Cranleigh | 309 yd | |
| Forbidden City | 24 Ewhurst Road, Cranleigh | 421 yd | |
| Seafare | Seafare, 2 Corndale, 138 High Street | 545 yd | |
| New Lotus House | 153 High Street, Cranleigh | 611 yd | |
| Village Grill | 252 High Street, Cranleigh | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Store | 2 Village Way, Cranleigh | 280 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 94 High Street, Cranleigh | 464 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | 144-158 High Street, Cranleigh | 545 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Snoxhall Field Knowle Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 166 yd |
| Cranleigh Leisure Centre VILLAGE WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 175 yd |
| Glebelands School PARSONAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 653 yd |
| Cranleigh Methodist Church Hall HIGH STREET | 743 yd | |
| Functional Fitness (Closed) High Street | health and fitness suite | 820 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% |
| Median download speed | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 138.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.