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About Tongham
Tongham is a village located in Surrey, England, within the GU10 postcode area. It lies close to the larger town of Farnham and is easily accessible via the A331 road. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, including a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of its residents.
The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors, with several footpaths leading into nearby areas. Tongham is also near the River Wey, which adds to the natural appeal of the locality. The village's proximity to Farnham means that residents can enjoy the benefits of a larger town while still experiencing the quieter atmosphere of village life.
School Ratings in Tongham
Families in Tongham have access to 92 local schools. More House School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Tongham
Homes sell for an average of £820K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.0M.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tongham
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Tongham, with 24 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Tongham
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Tongham 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 Tongham
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Tongham, the nearest being The Border Practice (0.4 miles away).
Local Data for Tongham
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Property Prices 3,528 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the GU10 postcode area.
Household Income in Tongham ONS 2023
The average total household income in Tongham is approximately £77,972 a year before tax, 41% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,976. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £53,976.
Businesses in Tongham ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,559 active businesses based in Tongham, around 62 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 22 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Tongham IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Tongham 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.
Crime in Tongham 131 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Tongham 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.
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 Tongham
Of the 9,795 households in and around Tongham, 79% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 11% 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 Tongham.