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Badshot Lea built-up area

Built-up area0.5 km² (0.2 sq mi)

Location in SurreyBadshot Lea sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,722
Population
12,370
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£70,522
Avg. household income
1,775
Businesses
1,220
People per km²
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About Badshot Lea

Badshot Lea is a village located in the county of Surrey, in the south of England, within the GU9 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Farnham and is part of the Waverley borough. The village is situated on the edge of the North Downs, offering views of the surrounding countryside. Historically, Badshot Lea was a small agricultural settlement, and while it has seen some residential development, it retains a rural character. The village has a small community centre and a church, St Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century. The area is well connected by road, with the A31 passing nearby, and is within easy reach of larger towns and cities such as Guildford and London. The local environment is largely green and open, with footpaths and bridleways providing access to the countryside.

School Ratings in Badshot Lea

Families in Badshot Lea have access to 87 local schools. South Farnham School and Highfield South Farnham School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Badshot Lea

Homes sell for an average of £557K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £791K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Badshot Lea

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Badshot Lea, with 26 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Badshot Lea

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Badshot Lea among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Badshot Lea

There are 18 GP surgeries within three miles of Badshot Lea, the nearest being Farnham Park Health Group (1.1 miles away).

Local Data for Badshot Lea

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Property Prices 4,650 sales

Average Price £557K
£1K , £34.75M
Detached £791K 1,419
Semi £489K 1,224
Terraced £396K 942
Flat £326K 850

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
7 Secondary
27 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 7

Ofsted ratings for schools in the GU9 postcode area.

Badshot Lea Village Infant School Primary 156 yards Sunflowers Children's Centre 0.6 miles Park Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Barfield Prep School Not applicable 0.6 miles All Hallows Catholic School Secondary 0.7 miles William Cobbett Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Michael's Church of England Controlled Infant School Primary 0.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.8 miles St Michael's Church of England Controlled Junior School Primary Good 0.9 miles Farnham Heath End Secondary Good 0.9 miles Rowhill School Not applicable 1.3 miles Inclusion School Aldershot Not applicable 1.5 miles

Household Income in Badshot Lea ONS 2023

The average total household income in Badshot Lea is approximately £70,522 a year before tax, 28% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,865. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Badshot Lea £70,522
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,865.

Businesses in Badshot Lea ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,775 active businesses based in Badshot Lea, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,775 Total businesses
58 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Badshot Lea IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Badshot Lea experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 20%
5,813 Children (0-15) 19%
18,770 Working Age 61%
6,145 Older (65+) 20%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Badshot Lea 129 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Badshot Lea is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 45
Anti-Social Behaviour 26
Shoplifting 17
Public Order 13
Criminal Damage & Arson 8
Other Theft 8
Vehicle Crime 4
Other Crime 4
Theft from Person 2
Burglary 1
Weapons 1
Local Policing
Surrey Weybourne, Badshot Lea & Moor Park
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Aldershot Train Station 1.2 miles
Farnham Train Station 1.8 miles
Ash Train Station 2.5 miles
Ash Vale Train Station 3.5 miles
North Camp Train Station 3.5 miles
Wanborough Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Weybourne 0.9 miles Runfold 0.9 miles Hale 1.2 miles Aldershot 1.2 miles Moor Park 1.2 miles Sandy Cross 1.4 miles Tongham 1.4 miles Heath End 1.4 miles Upper Hale 1.4 miles Compton 1.4 miles North Town 1.4 miles The Sands 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Waverley
County Surrey
Ward Farnham Upper Hale
Constituency South West Surrey
Parish Farnham
Region South East

Home Ownership in Badshot Lea

Of the 12,769 households in and around Badshot Lea, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 14% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Badshot Lea.

Frequently Asked Questions about Badshot Lea

What is the population of Badshot Lea?
Badshot Lea has a population of approximately 30,722 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Badshot Lea?
The average property in and around Badshot Lea sold for about £557,390, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 60% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Badshot Lea a deprived area?
Badshot Lea sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 9 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Badshot Lea?
Badshot Lea is covered by the GU9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Badshot Lea?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Badshot Lea, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Badshot Lea?
The nearest railway station to Badshot Lea is Aldershot Train Station, about 1.2 miles away.

Streets in GU9 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 3 Abbot's Ride 2 Adams Park Road 1 Alfred Road 3 Allington Close 1 Alma Lane 8 Alma Way 2 Alwin Place 1 Ambleside Crescent 1 Anstey Road 1 Armsworth Way 1 Arthur Road 4 Arundell Place 3 Austin Cottages 1 Aveley Close 1 Aveley Lane 4 Avon Road 3 Ayling Court 2 Babbs Mead 1 Badgers Court 1 Badshot Farm Lane 2 Badshot Lea Road 10 Badshot Park 2 Baldreys 2 Ball and Wicket Lane 1 Balmoral Crescent 1 Bankside 1 Bardsley Drive 1 Barncroft 1 Barrie Road 1

Postcodes in GU9 50 shown View all postcodes

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