Salt Lane is in Hydestile, Godalming and in Waverley district. GU8 4DF is located in the Bramley & Wonersh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Salt Lane, Hydestile, Godalming, GU8 4DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU8 4DF has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 47.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 48.9% | 52.1% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 GU8 4DF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.5% 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 | 23.8% | 26.1% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 64.5% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 20.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 5.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 (89%) 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 | 55.3% | 60.7% | 5.4% | 48.4% | 12.3% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 28.3% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 10% | 8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.3% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 GU8 4DF this area, 9.2% 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 60.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 9.2% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 3.1% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 10% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 13% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 60.2% | 16.1% | 33.8% | 26.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 96.6% | 96.9% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 85.3% 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 | 87.1% | 85.3% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 4.9% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 85% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 9% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.4% | 0.6% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 60.3% | 46.2% | 14.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Salt Lane was 12.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.9% lower than the Alfold, Dunsfold & Hascombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Salt Lane has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Alfold, Dunsfold & Hascombe and the 54th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Salt Lane, Godalming, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-06-08 | £591,069 |
| Graydene Close Salt Lane, Godalming, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2012-05-25 | £760,840 |
| Graydene Salt Lane, Godalming, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,015 | 1995-05-31 | £545,513 |
GU8 4DF 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.
GU8 4DF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 134 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 22 |
| Information and communication | 22 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Other | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| 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 | 3,652 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Busbridge Infant School Hambledon Road , Busbridge GU7 1PJ | 4out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chandler CofE Aided Junior School Middlemarch , Roke Lane GU8 5PB | 3out of 4 | 2,664 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School The Drive , GU7 1PF | - not rated | 2,671 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Busbridge CofE Aided Junior School Brighton Road , GU7 1XA | 3out of 4 | 2,700 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witley CofE Controlled Infant School Church Lane , Witley GU8 5PN | 3out of 4 | 2,726 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodborough Rake Lane , Milford GU8 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,679 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 | 2,433 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dominic's School Mount Olivet , Hambledon GU8 4DX | 3out of 4 | 2,594 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilary's School Holloway Hill , GU7 1RZ | - not rated | 3,021 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hills School Roke Lane , Witley GU8 5NY | - not rated | 3,235 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward's School Witley , Wormley GU8 5SG | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Unsted Park School Munstead Heath Road , GU7 1UW | - not rated | 4,521 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clock Barn Hall | Clock Barn Farm, Hambledon Road | 762 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Badger Park BADGER PARK BADGER PARK HAMBLEDON ROAD | grass pitches | 611 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.