guildford GU17 Postcodes
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Guildford (GU17)
The GU17 postcode area is located in the Guildford postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 992 individual postcodes.
There are 8 electoral wards in the GU17 postcode area, including Aldershot, Alton, Bagshot, Bordon, Camberley, Cranleigh, Farnborough, Farnham, Fleet, Godalming, Guildford, Haslemere, Hindhead, Lightwater, Liphook, Liss, Midhurst, Petersfield, Petworth, Sandhurst, Virginia Water, Windlesham, Woking, Yateley which come under the local authority of the Hart Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in GU17 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of GU17 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The GU17 postcode is a geographical area of the Guildford district in Surrey, England. The postcode area covers parts of the Surrey heath and includes Aldershot, Ash Vale, Cove, North Camp and parts of Wrecclesham.
Guildford is a historic market town located near the centre of the GU17 postcode area. It is a diverse area which is home to an eclectic mix of urban and rural settings.Part of the postcode also includes the areas of Goldsworth Park, in Woking, and Ash Green, in Hampshire.
The GU17 postcode is predominantly residential and is served by popular commuter routes, making it a desirable area to live. It has a variety of properties which includes both modern new builds and well-preserved period buildings. There are many desirable neighborhoods in the postcode, including Bramley Green, Normandy, Puttenham and Worplesdon.
The area has an excellent selection of amenities, with a wealth of shops, amenities, restaurants, bars and local attractions. Guildford Cathedral is a particularly popular attraction for sightseers, while the nearby countryside offers plentiful activities for outdoor types.
The area has a good selection of local schools and colleges, including Guildford College, and Farnborough 6th Form College. It also boasts a number of parks and green spaces, ranging from the traditional Green Flag Park at Send to the more adventurous Farnham Railway Walk.
The area also contains leisure facilities, including the Guildford Spectrum leisure centre which is home to a range of leisure activities such as health and fitness classes, ice skating, swimming and a gym.
TheGU17 postcode is a desirable area to live, offering excellent amenities, leisure facilities and strong transport links which makes it popular with commuters.
Demographics
Hampshire
GU17 is located in the county of Hampshire, in England.
Hampshire has a total population of 1,829,500, making it the 5th largest county in the UK.
Hampshire has a total area of 1455 square miles, and a population density of 485 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | GU17 |
| Postal Town | Guildford |
| MSOA Name | Hart 003 |
| LSOA Name | Hart 003B |
| County | Hampshire |
| Region | Hampshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Hart |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
GU17 Electoral Wards
The postal region of GU17, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 32% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.