Cottage Walk is in Godalming and in Waverley district. GU7 1DA is located in the Godalming Central & Ockford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 2018-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cottage Walk, Godalming, GU7 1DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU7 1JR, GU7 1FJ, GU7 1FL, GU7 1FA, GU7 1FF, GU7 1AA, GU7 1JS, GU7 1EN, GU7 1JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU7 1DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.7% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.3% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 37.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 38.3% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Separated | 5% | 7.4% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 5.2% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 11.7% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 57.7% | 54.9% | -2.8% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 3.8% | 9.2% | 5.4% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around GU7 1DA this area, 7% 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 56.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8% | 7% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 5.1% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 10.5% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 56.7% | 56.8% | 0.1% | 33.8% | 23.0% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97% | 87.7% | -9.3% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 82% 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 | 92.9% | 82% | -10.9% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6.2% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.3% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92% | 82% | -10.0% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 3.9% | 2.1% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 40.5% | 46.2% | -5.7% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cottage Walk was 60.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.8% higher than the Godalming Binscombe & Charterhouse average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Cottage Walk has the 18th highest crime rate of 69 local areas in Godalming Binscombe & Charterhouse and the 86th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 47.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Cottage Walk, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, a newly built property | £577,500 | 2021-03-26 | £654,500 |
| 12 Cottage Walk, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, a newly built property | £570,000 | 2021-03-24 | £646,000 |
| 10 Cottage Walk, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, a newly built property | £580,000 | 2020-12-03 | £658,090 |
| 11 Cottage Walk, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, a newly built property | £575,000 | 2020-06-11 | £646,465 |
| 8 Cottage Walk, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, a newly built property | £595,000 | 2020-02-17 | £719,840 |
GU7 1DA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
GU7 1DA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 112 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wharf Nursery School & Children's Centre The Wharf , Woolsack Way GU7 1JG | 3out of 4 | 156 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moss Lane School Moss Lane , GU7 1EF | 3out of 4 | 392 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godalming Junior School Hallam Road , GU7 3HW | 3out of 4 | 640 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School The Drive , GU7 1PF | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Busbridge CofE Aided Junior School Brighton Road , GU7 1XA | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farncombe Church of England Infant School Grays Road , Farncombe GU7 3LT | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadwater School Summers Road , GU7 3BW | - not rated | 2,154 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodborough Rake Lane , Milford GU8 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,170 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Godalming College Tuesley Lane , GU7 1RS | - not rated | 1,283 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Hilary's School Holloway Hill , GU7 1RZ | - not rated | 921 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charterhouse , GU7 2DX | - not rated | 1,574 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsted Park School Munstead Heath Road , GU7 1UW | - not rated | 2,066 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prior's Field School Priors Field Road , GU7 2RH | - not rated | 3,463 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bramley Oak Academy Horsham Road , Bramley GU5 0BJ | - not rated | 3,740 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Home | Unit 1, 6 Bridge Street | 171 yd | |
| Roost | 3 Wharf Street, Godalming | 201 yd | |
| Acorn Restaurant | 10-14 Wharf Street, Godalming | 205 yd | |
| John McColl Foods | The Sun Inn, 1 Wharf Street | 207 yd | |
| The Cellar Camino | Council Offices, The Burys | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | 1 Wharf Street, Godalming | 205 yd | |
| The Volunteer | 5 Wharf Street, Godalming | 205 yd | |
| The Borough Hall | Bridge Street, Godalming | 229 yd | |
| The Jack Phillips | The Jack Phillips, Xxx, 48-56 High Street | 338 yd | |
| The Star Inn | 17 Church Street, Godalming | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Daily | 11-14 Bridge Street, Godalming | 166 yd | |
| The Royal Spices | 10 Bridge Street, Godalming | 166 yd | |
| Deep Blue | 7-8 Bridge Street, Godalming | 166 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | Sainsburys, Woolsack Way | 174 yd | |
| Oriental Chef | 125 High Street, Godalming | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | 11-14 Bridge Street, Godalming | 166 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Woolsack Way | 174 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Burys Field The Burys | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Godalming Fitness High Street | health and fitness suite | 365 yd |
| Zest Goldalming Ltd (Closed) 98-99 98-99 Great George Street | health and fitness suite | 412 yd |
| Holloway Hill Recreation Ground Busbridge Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 737 yd |
| St Hilary'S School HOLLOWAY HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 976 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.