Upper Springfield is in Elstead, Godalming and in Waverley district. GU8 6EQ 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Springfield, Elstead, Godalming, GU8 6EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU8 6EF, GU8 6HR, GU8 6HW, GU8 6EL, GU8 6HP, GU8 6HN, GU8 6EG, GU8 6JL, GU8 6HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding GU8 6EQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 52.5% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47.5% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
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 | 24.2% | 34.1% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 38% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -6.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 14.8% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 18.5% | 11.4% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (66.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 29.1% | 31.6% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -16.8% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 35% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 26.4% | 24.4% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 4.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.4% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 38.8% | 28% | -10.8% | 18.2% | 9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 8.4% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 12.9% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.6% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.6% | 6.3% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 24.4% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.6% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 93.7% | 91.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.3% | 92.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 1.1% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 54% | 46.2% | 7.8% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Springfield was 87.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.0% higher than the Elstead & Peper Harow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Upper Springfield has the 6th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Elstead & Peper Harow and the 39th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Upper Springfield, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £428,280 | 2024-09-10 | £429,154 |
| Treetops Upper Springfield, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £810,000 | 2022-10-25 | £780,589 |
| Little Haven Upper Springfield, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £677,500 | 2021-11-19 | £708,525 |
| Little Haven Upper Springfield, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £487,500 | 2018-05-23 | £572,638 |
| Chesham Bois Upper Springfield, Godalming, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2018-05-11 | £505,096 |
GU8 6EQ 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 retired residents living in GU8 6EQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 711 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waverley Abbey CofE Junior School The Street , Tilford GU10 2AE | 3out of 4 | 3,766 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Voluntary Controlled Infant School Shackleford Road , Shackleford GU8 6AE | 4out of 4 | 3,786 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Aided Infant School Tilford Road , Tilford GU10 2DA | 4out of 4 | 4,020 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Milford School Church Road , Milford GU8 5JA | 3out of 4 | 4,471 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 | 4,679 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 | 3,400 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrow Hills School Roke Lane , Witley GU8 5NY | - not rated | 5,174 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prior's Field School Priors Field Road , GU7 2RH | - not rated | 5,346 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Little Barn Cafe | Staceys Farm, Thursley Road | 571 yd | |
| South Downs Coffee | 172 Thursley Road, Elstead | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woolpack | Milford Road, Elstead | 311 yd | |
| Elstead Royal British Legion | Staceys Farm, Thursley Road | 571 yd | |
| The Golden Fleece | Farnham Road, Elstead | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elstead Fish Bar | 1 Park View, Milford Road | 161 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burford Lodge Recreation Ground LOWER HAM LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 568 yd |
| St James C Of E Aided Primary School THURSLEY ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 783 yd |
| Thursley Road Recreation Ground BEACON VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 73 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.