About St Johns

St Johns is a suburb located in Surrey, England, within the GU22 postcode area. It is situated just outside the town of Woking and is primarily residential, offering a mix of housing options from Victorian to modern styles. The area is well-connected by public transport, with St Johns railway station providing regular services to London and other nearby towns. The suburb features several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks. St Johns Common is a notable green space where residents can enjoy outdoor activities. The community is served by various local services, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. Overall, St Johns presents a practical suburban lifestyle with easy access to the surrounding areas.

School Ratings in St Johns

Families in St Johns have access to 98 local schools. St Dunstan's Catholic Primary School, Woking, Freemantles School and Woking College are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in St Johns

Homes sell for an average of £608K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £281K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Johns

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across St Johns, with 37 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in St Johns

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places St Johns 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in St Johns

St Johns benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,836 sales

Average Price £608K
£6K £30.42M
Detached £965K 1,490
Semi £511K 969
Terraced £451K 718
Flat £281K 1,516

Deprivation and Employment in St Johns IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, St Johns 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
7/10
9,198 Children (0-15) 19%
30,282 Working Age 63%
10,861 Older (60+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% 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 St Johns 338 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for St Johns are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

125 Violence & Sexual Offences
37 Shoplifting
34 Other Theft
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
22 Public Order
20 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Drugs
15 Vehicle Crime
14 Burglary
7 Weapons
6 Other Crime
3 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Surrey Mount Hermon, St Johns, Hook Heath, Mayford & Sutton Green
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

Worplesdon Train Station 1.3 miles
Woking Train Station 1.5 miles
Brookwood Train Station 2.1 miles
West Byfleet Train Station 4.2 miles
London Road (Guildford) Train Station 4.8 miles
Clandon Train Station 4.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District Woking
County Surrey
Ward Heathlands
Constituency Woking
Parish Woking, unparished area
Region South East