Overview of GU6 8BX

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Northdowns is in Cranleigh and in Waverley district. GU6 8BX 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 Northdowns, Cranleigh, GU6 8BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: GU6 8BY, GU6 8BU, GU6 8BZ, GU6 8BT, GU6 8DA, GU6 8EB, GU6 8DE, GU6 8BP, GU6 8JN.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU6 8BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female51.7%51%-0.7% 51.0% 0.0%
Male48.3%49%0.7% 49.0% 0.0%

Partnership Status

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 8BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.3% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single18.7%15.4%-3.3% 37.9% -22.5%
Married: Opposite sex68.9%67.3%-1.6% 44.2% 23.1%
Married: Same sex0.4%0%-0.4% 0.3% -0.3%
Civil partnership: Opposite sex0%1%1.0% 0.1% 0.9%
Separated0.9%1%0.1% 2.2% -1.2%
Divorced4%4.8%0.8% 9.1% -4.3%
Widowed7.1%10.6%3.5% 6.1% 4.5%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health45.6%45.4%-0.2% 48.4% -3.0%
Good health39.8%38.8%-1.0% 33.6% 5.2%
Fair health11.1%13.8%2.7% 12.7% 1.1%
Bad health3.1%2.1%-1.0% 4.0% -1.9%
Very bad health0.4%0%-0.4% 1.2% -1.2%

Education and Qualifications

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 47.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications14.7%14%-0.7% 18.2% -4.2%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 12%11.6%-0.4% 9.6% 2.0%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.3%9.7%-7.6% 13.4% -3.7%
Apprenticeship3.1%3.4%0.3% 5.3% -1.9%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels12.9%11.6%-1.3% 16.9% -5.3%
Degree or Similar35.1%47.8%12.7% 33.8% 14.0%
Other4.9%1.9%-3.0% 2.8% -0.9%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0%2.1%2.1% 0.7% 1.4%
Indian1.1%0%-1.1% 3.1% -3.1%
Mixed White and Asian0%0.8%0.8% 0.8% 0.0%
Mixed Other0.4%0%-0.4% 0.8% -0.8%
White98.5%97.1%-1.4% 81.4% 15.7%

Country of Birth

In this area, 93.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom93.9%93.4%-0.5% 83.2% 10.2%
European Union2.3%1.7%-0.6% 6.1% -4.4%
Rest of Europe0.4%0.4%0.0% 0.8% -0.4%
Africa2.7%1.7%-1.0% 2.7% -1.0%
Middle East and Asia0.4%2.5%2.1% 5.6% -3.1%
Oceania0.4%0.4%0.0% 0.3% 0.1%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK93.9%93.4%-0.5% 83.2% 10.2%
10+ Years0%6.6%6.6% 9.8% -3.2%
2-5 Years0.8%0%-0.8% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years5.4%0%-5.4% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom89.8% 76.7% 13.1%
Ireland0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Germany0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
South-East Asia0.4% 0.2% 0.2%
Oceania0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
No passport held8.6% 13.5% -4.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion29.6% 37.2% -7.6%
Christian65.4% 46.2% 19.2%
Buddhist0.4% 0.5% -0.1%
Other religion0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Not answered4.1% 6.0% -1.9%

Safety

Is Northdowns Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northdowns was 13.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.8% lower than the Cranleigh East average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.

Northdowns has the 7th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Cranleigh East and the 68th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .

Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 40.0%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

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.

Average Household Income
£55,200
Income Rank
9/10

Household Income in GU6 8BX, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Northdowns are based on 24 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Waverley.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for Northdowns, Cranleigh, GU6 8BX

Estimated Average Property Prices for GU6 8BX

Average Price
£674,974
Semi-Detached
£573,868
Terraced
no sales
Detached
£689,418
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Northdowns

Average Price
£701,462
Semi-Detached
£737,257
Terraced
£625,685
Detached
£697,510
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on NorthdownsStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
13 Northdowns, Cranleigh, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£535,0002022-01-19 £575,011
23 Northdowns, Cranleigh, Surrey
Detached, an established residential building
£580,0002017-07-03 £694,585
22 Northdowns, Cranleigh, Surrey
Detached, an established residential building
£460,0002015-12-18 £582,113
23 Northdowns, Cranleigh, Surrey
Detached, an established residential building
£490,0002015-08-03 £620,877
13 Northdowns, Cranleigh, Surrey
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£372,5002012-11-02 £611,313
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for GU6 8BX

Employment

GU6 8BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 8BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired104
Full-Time Employee44
Part-Time Employee24
Self-Employed16
Student (economically inactive)8
Looking after home or family6
Long-Term Sick or disabled6
Other3
Full-Time Student (with or without job)0
Unemployed0

Employment Industry

Education22
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles18
Construction14
Professional, scientific and technical activities13
Administrative and support service activities10
Information and communication7
Financial and insurance activities7
Human health and social work activities6
Other6
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security3
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 3
Transport and storage3
Manufacturing2
Real estate activities1
Accommodation and food service activities1
Agriculture, forestry and fishing1

Schools

Primary

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 4 960 yd Voluntary controlled school No Mixed More About School
St Cuthbert Mayne Catholic Primary School
St Nicolas Avenue , GU6 7AQ
4out of 4 965 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Park Mead Primary
Park Drive , Park Mead Estate GU6 7HB
3out of 4 1,546 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School
Ewhurst CofE Aided Infant School
The Street , GU6 7PX
4out of 4 4,040 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Glebelands School
Parsonage Road , GU6 7AN
3out of 4 974 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Cranleigh School
Horseshoe Lane , GU6 8QQ
- not rated 1,841 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
St Joseph's Specialist Trust
Amlets Lane , Surrey GU6 7DH
4out of 4 2,579 yd Non-maintained special school No Mixed More About School
Jigsaw CABAS School
20 Dunsfold Park , Stovolds Hill GU6 8TB
- not rated 3,541 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Rikkyo School-in-England
Guildford Road , Rudgwick RH12 3BE
- not rated 5,044 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Cranleigh Leisure CentreVillage Way, Cranleigh647 yd
Cranleigh Arts Centre1 High Street, Cranleigh738 yd
SpiceCobblers Corner, Ewhurst Road751 yd
The Ol' West Steakhouse & DinerUnit 2, 96-102 High Street772 yd
Amarone Italian RestaurantUnit 1, 96-102 High Street784 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Three Horseshoes4 High Street, Cranleigh671 yd
The Richard Onslow113-117 High Street, Cranleigh843 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Moooh! Ice Cream1 Ewhurst Road, Cranleigh724 yd
Forbidden City24 Ewhurst Road, Cranleigh828 yd
SeafareSeafare, 2 Corndale, 138 High Street847 yd
New Lotus House153 High Street, Cranleigh928 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-Op Store2 Village Way, Cranleigh647 yd
Marks & Spencer Simply Foods94 High Street, Cranleigh784 yd
Sainsbury's Supermarket144-158 High Street, Cranleigh847 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Snoxhall Field
Knowle Lane
grass pitches, tennis courts337 yd
Cranleigh Leisure Centre
VILLAGE WAY
health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool496 yd
Cranleigh Methodist Church Hall
HIGH STREET
1,024 yd
Glebelands School
PARSONAGE ROAD
grass pitches1,050 yd
Functional Fitness (Closed)
High Street
health and fitness suite1,092 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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 73.7%
Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband 73.7%
Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband 73.7%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed32.1 Mbit/s
Average download speed30.5 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed42.94 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed42.94 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed6 Mbit/s
Average upload speed5 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed7.2 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.