Woodside Road is in Chiddingfold, Godalming and in Waverley district. GU8 4QR is located in the Chiddingfold 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 Woodside Road, Chiddingfold, Godalming, GU8 4QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU8 4QT, GU8 4QU, GU8 4PZ, GU8 4QS, GU8 4QY, GU8 4QX, GU8 4QZ, GU8 4QP, GU8 4RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU8 4QR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.9% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.1% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 4QR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 71.6% 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 | 21.8% | 19.3% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 71.6% | 1.6% | 44.2% | 27.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 1.9% | 3.7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 58.4% | 57.4% | -1.0% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 30.7% | 33% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 8% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| 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 GU8 4QR this area, 4.9% 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 60.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.9% | 4.9% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -13.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.7% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 13.1% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 13.9% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.1% | 60.7% | 13.6% | 33.8% | 26.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 100% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94.7% | 92.9% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 3.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 92.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 76.7% | 18.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.5% | 13.5% | -10.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.6% | 37.2% | -11.6% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodside Road was 2.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.4% lower than the Loxwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodside Road has the lowest crime rate of 42 local areas in Loxwood and the lowest crime rate of 452 local areas in Chichester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Combe Common Cottages Woodside Road, Godalming, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2024-09-10 | £761,352 |
| Cornerways Woodside Road, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2022-09-23 | £788,084 |
| Brooklands Woodside Road, Godalming, Surrey Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2019-04-03 | £669,015 |
| Cornerways Woodside Road, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £712,000 | 2018-09-18 | £798,155 |
| Cornerways Woodside Road, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2016-05-06 | £519,092 |
GU8 4QR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 4QR 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 GU8 4QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Petworth Road , Chiddingfold GU8 4UF | 3out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grayswood Church of England (Aided) Primary School Lower Road , Grayswood GU27 2DR | 3out of 4 | 3,862 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Witley CofE Controlled Infant School Church Lane , Witley GU8 5PN | 3out of 4 | 4,018 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chandler CofE Aided Junior School Middlemarch , Roke Lane GU8 5PB | 3out of 4 | 4,606 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward's School Witley , Wormley GU8 5SG | - not rated | 2,668 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic's School Mount Olivet , Hambledon GU8 4DX | 3out of 4 | 2,878 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hills School Roke Lane , Witley GU8 5NY | - not rated | 4,486 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Ives School Three Gates Lane , GU27 2ES | - not rated | 4,997 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | The Green, Chiddingfold | 1,093 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Combe Common COMBE LANE | grass pitches | 200 yd |
| Coxcombe Lane Rec Ground SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 898 yd |
| Chiddingfold Cricket Club WOODSIDE ROAD | grass pitches | 931 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 | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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 | 20.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 33.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 33.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 6.73 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.