Church View Close is in Elstead, Godalming and in Waverley district. GU8 6BF is located in the Elstead & Peper Harow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 2012-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Church View Close, Elstead, Godalming, GU8 6BF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU8 6DH, GU8 6LQ, GU8 6BZ, GU8 6EN, GU8 6DG, GU8 6DJ, GU8 6BX, GU8 6DL, GU8 6BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around GU8 6BF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.3% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.7% | -1.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of GU8 6BF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 26% | 25.5% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.5% | 51.4% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 10.5% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.9% | 47.6% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 24.4% | -14.3% | 33.6% | -9.2% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 17.1% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 9.8% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 27.3% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 10.2% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 12.5% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 14.4% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 28.2% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 1.4% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 96.7% | 91.3% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 92.6% | 92.4% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 92.7% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.2% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.1% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.9% | 76.7% | 3.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 53.1% | 46.2% | 6.9% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 10.5% | 6.0% | 4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church View Close was 78.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.7% higher than the Elstead & Peper Harow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church View Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Elstead & Peper Harow and the 52nd highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Church View Close, Godalming, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-05-17 | £310,874 |
| 2 Church View Close, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2024-02-29 | £619,531 |
| 9 Church View Close, Godalming, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-07-19 | £249,487 |
| 5 Church View Close, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2020-09-25 | £671,510 |
| 13 Church View Close, Godalming, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2020-08-27 | £738,364 |
GU8 6BF 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.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James CofE Aided Primary School Thursley Road , Elstead GU8 6DH | 3out of 4 | 336 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Abbey CofE Junior School The Street , Tilford GU10 2AE | 3out of 4 | 3,121 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Aided Infant School Tilford Road , Tilford GU10 2DA | 4out of 4 | 3,332 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Voluntary Controlled Infant School Shackleford Road , Shackleford GU8 6AE | 4out of 4 | 4,458 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford School Church Road , Milford GU8 5JA | 3out of 4 | 5,095 yd | Foundation 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 | 5,235 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,002 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Downs Coffee | 172 Thursley Road, Elstead | 195 yd | |
| The Little Barn Cafe | Staceys Farm, Thursley Road | 214 yd | |
| Mill at Elstead | Elstead Mill, Farnham Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elstead Royal British Legion | Staceys Farm, Thursley Road | 214 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Farnham Road, Elstead | 498 yd | |
| The Woolpack | Milford Road, Elstead | 533 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elstead Fish Bar | 1 Park View, Milford Road | 663 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James C Of E Aided Primary School THURSLEY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 262 yd |
| Thursley Road Recreation Ground BEACON VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 589 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.