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Shalford

About

Shalford ward sits along the River Wey in the southern part of Guildford. The area encompasses the historic village of Shalford itself, with its central green and timber-framed cottages, alongside more modern residential developments. The landscape is defined by the river and the nearby Surrey Hills, with areas of open farmland and water meadows contributing to a semi-rural character. The ward includes the local primary school and a village hall serving as community hubs.

A notable local feature is the Shalford Park waterwheel, a surviving remnant of the area's industrial milling past. The Wey and Arun Canal passes through the ward, with sections undergoing restoration. The Bury Fields recreation ground provides a large open space for sports and leisure. Regular bus services connect the ward to Guildford town centre, balancing a degree of separation with convenient access for work and shopping.

Area overview

On average Shalford has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 8.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Shalford is £76,254 per year. There are 5 schools in Shalford: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

10/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

9/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Shalford

Based on 75 recent sales, the median property price is £525,000 in Shalford area, with individual transactions ranging from £225,000 up to £3,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Shalford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£967,500	£518,500	£816,250	£1,326,500	£3,052,500
Flats	6	£327,500	£311,250	£317,500	£367,500	£477,500
Semi-Detached	28	£537,500	£354,130	£428,750	£622,500	£916,500
Terraced	21	£430,000	£300,000	£385,000	£520,000	£575,000

10 years median price trend in Shalford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail