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 90 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 £872K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.1M.

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 13 incidents recorded in March 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Tongham

Tongham 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 3,663 sales

Average Price £872K
£200 £33M
Detached £1.1M 1,766
Semi £532K 850
Terraced £408K 496
Flat £313K 243

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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,703 Children (0-15) 20%
31,124 Working Age 59%
14,276 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Tongham 109 crimes · March 2026

Average Crime Area

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.

44 Violence & Sexual Offences
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
12 Shoplifting
10 Public Order
9 Other Theft
7 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Burglary
3 Bicycle Theft
2 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Surrey Eashing, Hurtmore, Shackleford, Puttenham, Seale & Sands, Ash South & Tongham
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

Ash Train Station 1.1 miles
Aldershot Train Station 1.3 miles
Ash Vale Train Station 2.4 miles
North Camp Train Station 2.6 miles
Wanborough Train Station 2.9 miles
Farnham Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Guildford
County Surrey
Ward Ash South and Tongham
Constituency Surrey Heath
Parish Tongham
Region South East