What are house prices in Lightwater?

Based on 104 recent sales, the median price is £440,000.

How safe is Lightwater?

Crime level in Lightwater is very low with about 28 crimes per 1,000 residents.

How many households are in Lightwater?

There are 2,794 households in Lightwater

What's the average income in Lightwater?

Average resident income is about £65,000 per year.

What are prices by property type in Lightwater?

Latest medians: Detached £628,000, Semi-detached £444,000, Terraced £378,750, Flats £189,000.

What's the Lightwater population and density?

Lightwater population is 6,536 with density 1559.3 per km².

How much social housing is near Lightwater?

About 5.2% across the Lightwater area.

How deprived is Lightwater?

Deprivation score 1/10 (rank 30402 of 32844 in country).

What home types are most common in Lightwater?

Housing mix: detached 57.2%, semi-detached 17.3%.

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Q: What schools in Lightwater and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Lightwater: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Surrey Heath / Lightwater

About

Lightwater is a residential ward located in Surrey Heath, covering a mix of suburban and semi-rural areas. The ward includes the village of Lightwater, known for its green spaces like Lightwater Country Park, which offers walking trails and woodland. The area is well-connected by the A322 and M3, providing easy access to nearby towns such as Camberley and Bracknell.

Housing in Lightwater ranges from detached homes to smaller terraced properties, catering to families and commuters. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, with Lightwater Village Centre serving as a focal point. The ward also has several sports clubs and leisure options, reflecting its community-oriented character. Surrey Heath Borough Council oversees local governance, with Lightwater maintaining a balance between convenience and countryside appeal.

Area overview

On average Lightwater has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 28 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lightwater is £65,000 per year. There are 2 schools in Lightwater: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

2/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

1/10

Income level

9/10

Social housing

5.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lightwater Population

6,536

Population density

1,559.3 per km²

Demographics

British

5,617

85.97%

Other White

282

4.32%

Indian

170

2.6%

White and Asian (mixed)

1.04%

Irish

0.99%

Total population: 6,534

Housing

Owns outright

1,291

46.21%

Owns with a mortgage

1,051

37.62%

Private landlord or letting agency

283

10.13%

Other social rented

103

3.69%

Other forms of private rent

1.47%

Total households: 2,794

Property prices in Lightwater

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Lightwater area, with individual transactions ranging from £117,572 up to £2,300,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	41	£628,000	£525,000	£585,000	£810,000	£1,000,000
Flats	21	£189,000	£152,500	£178,000	£250,000	£402,000
Semi-Detached	16	£444,000	£368,750	£426,875	£468,750	£581,000
Terraced	26	£378,750	£223,125	£277,875	£428,750	£456,500

10 years price trend in Lightwater

All postcodes in Lightwater

GU185SB

Coyne Close

GU185SL

Broadway Road

GU185YE

High View Road

GU185NB

Falcon Close

GU185SR

Burnt Pollard Lane

GU185UE

Denly Way

GU185XY

Macdonald Road

GU185YA

Macdonald Road

GU185PA

Ling Drive

GU185AE

The Avenue

GU185UN

Ambleside Road

GU185XP

Springfield

GU185SA

Denly Way

GU185XB

Lightwater Road

GU185YL

Clearsprings

GU185YY

Ivy Drive

GU195NT

South Farm Lane

GU185NA

Macdonald Road

GU185PB

Ambleside Road

GU185QX

Broom Field

GU185RQ

Stonehill Road

GU185RZ

Guildford Road

GU185SJ

Broadway Road

GU185SW

Guildford Road

GU185YG

Curley Hill Road

GU185AD

Guildford Road

GU185RL

Guildford Road

GU185SY

Glebe Close

GU185TU

Fox Covert

GU185TW

Macdonald Road

GU185XX

Ridgeway Close

GU185QN

Briar Avenue

GU185RG

Badger Drive

GU185TF

Grasmere Road

GU185YX

Briar Avenue

GU185PJ

The Willows

GU185RT

Wychelm Road

GU185XJ

Lightwater Meadow

GU185YD

Cranwell Grove

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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