By Pass Road is in Hurtmore, Godalming and in Guildford district. GU8 6AD is located in the Pilgrims electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Guildford. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about By Pass Road, Hurtmore, Godalming, GU8 6AD 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 6AD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.2% 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 | 40.7% | 47.8% | 7.1% | 51.0% | -3.2% |
| Male | 59.3% | 52.2% | -7.1% | 49.0% | 3.2% |
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 6AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 17.8% | 27.2% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.8% | 58.2% | -9.6% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 67.6% | 62% | -5.6% | 48.4% | 13.6% |
| Good health | 27.7% | 26.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -7.1% |
| Fair health | 3.6% | 10% | 6.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
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 6AD this area, 5.7% 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 53.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.2% | 13.2% | 4.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.1% | 8.3% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 62.5% | 53.5% | -9.0% | 33.8% | 19.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 0% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 3.8% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.5% | 91.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 89.3% | 87.1% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 3.5% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.3% | 87.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 7% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 76.7% | 11.4% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.9% | 37.2% | -11.3% |
| Christian | 65.2% | 46.2% | 19.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around By Pass Road was 20.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.2% lower than the Pilgrims average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
By Pass Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Pilgrims and the 74th lowest crime rate of 434 local areas in Guildford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warehouse And Yard Home Farm By Pass Road, Godalming, Surrey Other, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2018-05-04 | £128,894 |
GU8 6AD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 6AD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 student residents living in GU8 6AD area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 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 | 4,193 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's CofE Voluntary Controlled Infant School Shackleford Road , Shackleford GU8 6AE | 4out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Puttenham CofE Infant School School Lane , Puttenham GU3 1AS | 4out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark and All Saints Church of England Primary Franklyn Road , GU7 2LD | 1out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loseley Fields Primary School Green Lane , Binscombe GU7 3TB | 2out of 4 | 3,398 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moss Lane School Moss Lane , GU7 1EF | 3out of 4 | 3,728 yd | Foundation 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 | 4,707 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rodborough Rake Lane , Milford GU8 5BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,955 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 | 4,370 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldro School Lombard Street , Shackleford GU8 6AS | - not rated | 812 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prior's Field School Priors Field Road , GU7 2RH | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Charterhouse , GU7 2DX | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Hilary's School Holloway Hill , GU7 1RZ | - not rated | 3,841 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hurtmore Golf Club | Club House, Hurtmore Golf Club Hurtmore Road, Hurtmore | 951 yd | |
| Chameleon Cuisine | Stanshire House, Shackleford Road | 1,019 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Squirrel Inn | The Squirrel Inn Hurtmore Road, Hurtmore | 951 yd | |
| The Cyder House Inn | The Cyder House Inn Peperharow Lane | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hurtmore Golf Club HURTMORE ROAD | golf | 733 yd |
| Aldro School LOMBARD STREET | swimming pool | 900 yd |
| Shackleford Village Hall SHACKLEFORD ROAD | 995 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.