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About Alfold
Alfold is a small village located in the county of Surrey, in the south of England. It lies within the GU6 postcode area and is situated near the border with West Sussex. The village is part of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful rural setting with open countryside and rolling hills. Alfold is known for its quiet atmosphere and traditional English village character, with a mix of residential homes and farmland. The nearby Alfold Church, dedicated to St. Mary, dates back to the 13th century and remains a focal point of the community. The village is well-connected to nearby towns such as Guildford and Haslemere, with regular bus services and easy access to the A3 road. Alfold is a place where residents enjoy a relaxed pace of life, surrounded by natural beauty and a strong sense of local history.
School Ratings in Alfold
Alfold is served by 16 schools. St Joseph's Specialist Trust and Jigsaw CABAS School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 1 school holds a Good rating.
House Prices in Alfold
Property prices average £635K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £805K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Alfold
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Alfold, with 5 incidents logged in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Alfold
Alfold falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Alfold
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Alfold, the nearest being Loxwood Surgery (1.9 miles away).
Local Data for Alfold
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Property Prices 2,800 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GU6 postcode area.
Household Income in Alfold ONS 2023
The average total household income in Alfold is approximately £67,054 a year before tax, 21% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,969. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,969.
Businesses in Alfold ONS 2025
There are approximately 910 active businesses based in Alfold, around 56 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 10 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Alfold IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Alfold among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Alfold 40 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime in Alfold falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Alfold
Of the 6,719 households in and around Alfold, 75% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Alfold.