guildford GU9 Postcodes
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Guildford (GU9)
The GU9 postcode area is located in the Guildford postcode town region, within the county of Surrey, and contains a total of 1402 individual postcodes.
There are 14 electoral wards in the GU9 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 Waverley Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 40% of people in GU9 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 GU9 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 GU9 postcode is in the Guildford district of Surrey, England. It covers a largely rural area along the northern edge of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and includes the villages and towns of Farnham, Wanborough, Runfold, Churt, Tilford, Dockenfield, Badshot Lea, and Frensham.
The nickname for the GU9 postcode area is ‘Dockefield', taking the first letters of the main villages in the area. This area is extremely attractive to commuters due to its closeness to London. Guildford is approximately 23 miles from London and within easy reach of Heathrow Airport.
The area has a range of leisure and entertainment facilities. Popular attractions in the area include Birdworld wildlife park, Alice Holt Forest, and areas of heathland with stunning views. There are a variety of golf clubs to play at, as well as swimming pools, tennis courts and cricket greens.
There are a number of good schools in the area, covering both the primary and secondary level. There are also two further education colleges nearby (Farnham College and Guildford College).
The area has a healthy outdoor music scene, with many live performances, festivals, and open-air campsites in the summer months. Those visiting or settling in the area have several transportation options. There are regular bus services in the area, and trains run from nearby Farnham Station (30-minute journey to London Waterloo). The M25 motorway connects the area with wider England and local roads provide direct connections.
The GU9 postcode area offers a high quality of life with excellent transport links, access to outdoor and cultural pursuits, great educational opportunities and an abundance of lush green spaces. It is popular amongst young families and those looking to enjoy a rural lifestyle with the convenience of being close to major highways and cities.
Demographics
Surrey
GU9 is located in the county of Surrey, in England.
Surrey has a total population of 1,176,500, making it the 13th largest county in the UK.
Surrey has a total area of 642 square miles, and a population density of 707 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | GU9 |
| Postal Town | Guildford |
| MSOA Name | Waverley 002 |
| LSOA Name | Waverley 002D |
| County | Surrey |
| Region | Surrey |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Waverley |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
GU9 Electoral Wards
The postal region of GU9, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 13, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 40% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.