Selborne Gardens is in Farnham and in Waverley district. GU9 8AE is located in the Farnham Firgrove electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Surrey. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Selborne Gardens, Farnham, GU9 8AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU9 8UQ, GU9 8PZ, GU9 8UH, GU9 8UL, GU9 8US, GU9 8QB, GU9 8QA, GU9 8UR, GU9 8UN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU9 8AE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 48.4% | 48.5% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 51.6% | 51.5% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 46.4% | 40.5% | -5.9% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.6% | 37.1% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 14.3% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 | 45.8% | 45.5% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 33.1% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 14% | 1.6% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.5% | 16.7% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 12.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.1% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.4% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 17.2% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 34.3% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.5% | 86.3% | -7.2% | 81.4% | 4.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 87.3% 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 | 89.8% | 87.3% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 7% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.5% | 87.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 9.7% | 8.6% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.3% | 0.7% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.4% | 13.5% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Selborne Gardens was 70.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 240.6% higher than the Farnham Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Selborne Gardens has the 9th highest crime rate of 57 local areas in Farnham Bourne and the 68th highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Waverley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 21.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Selborne Gardens, Farnham, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-09-24 | £360,000 |
| 6 Selborne Gardens, Farnham, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-04 | £325,015 |
| 7 Selborne Gardens, Farnham, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2023-08-17 | £396,428 |
| 4 Selborne Gardens, Farnham, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-08-13 | £299,471 |
| 10 Selborne Gardens, Farnham, Surrey Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-02-26 | £425,394 |
GU9 8AE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
GU9 8AE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Little Green Lane , Wrecclesham GU9 8TF | 3out of 4 | 586 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield South Farnham School Weydon Lane , GU9 8QH | 4out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Potters Gate CofE Primary School Potters Gate , GU9 7BB | 3out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Infant School Upper Church Lane , GU9 7PW | 3out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Polycarp's Catholic Primary School Waverley Lane , GU9 8BQ | 4out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weydon School Weydon Lane , GU9 8UG | 4out of 4 | 156 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Farnham Heath End Hale Reeds , GU9 9BN | 2out of 4 | 4,167 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Hallows Catholic School Weybourne Road , GU9 9HF | 4out of 4 | 4,801 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridgeway School 14 Frensham Road , GU9 8HB | 4out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University for the Creative Arts Falkner Road , GU9 7DS | - not rated | 1,772 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Abbey School Menin Way , GU9 8DY | 4out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edgeborough School 84 Frensham Road , Farnham GU10 3AH | - not rated | 2,794 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| More House School Moons Hill , Frensham GU10 3AP | - not rated | 3,124 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star Restaurant | Bon East, 36 Weydon Lane | 295 yd | |
| Maison Restaurant | Wrecclesham House, Wrecclesham Road | 574 yd | |
| The Bengal Lounge | 1 The Street, Wrecclesham | 684 yd | |
| Brightwells Gostrey | Memorial Hall, West Street | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Oak | 59 The Street, Wrecclesham | 940 yd | |
| The Bear and Ragged Staff | Bear And Ragged Staff, 48 The Street | 953 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden | 13 The Street, Wrecclesham | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Ltd | Unit 1, Grovebell Industrial Estate | 452 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weydon School WEYDON LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 253 yd |
| Weydon Christian Centre UPPER WAY | 892 yd | |
| Wrecclesham Recreation Ground RIVERDALE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 920 yd |
| Westfield Lane (Badshot Lea Fc) Westfield Lane | grass pitches | 1,070 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 | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.