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About

Woking is a town in Surrey, located in the South East of England. It lies approximately 23 miles southwest of central London, making it a commuter hub with strong transport links, including direct rail services to the capital. The area is known for its mix of urban and suburban landscapes, with a town centre featuring shopping facilities, restaurants, and cultural venues like the New Victoria Theatre.

The district includes residential neighbourhoods, parks, and green spaces such as Horsell Common, which offers walking trails and natural scenery. Woking has a growing business sector, with companies in technology and finance establishing offices in the area. The town also has historical significance, with landmarks like the Shah Jahan Mosque, one of the oldest in the UK. Its proximity to the M25 and Heathrow Airport adds to its connectivity.

Area overview

On average Woking has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Woking is £70,483 per year. There are 38 schools in Woking: 25 primary (1 Outstanding and 19 Good) and 5 secondary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
9.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Woking Population
103,943
Population density
1,634.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
69,911
67.26%
Other White
10,176
9.79%
Pakistani
7,325
7.05%
Indian
3,358
3.23%
Other Asian
2,383
2.29%
Total population: 103,943

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
14,280
34.46%
Owns outright
13,251
31.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
7,966
19.22%
Social rents from council
2,965
7.16%
Other social rented
1,827
4.41%
Total households: 41,438

Property prices in Woking

Based on 1,269 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Woking area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £8,650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Woking in the 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 Woking over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached318£820,000
Flats350£255,000
Semi-Detached311£485,000
Terraced290£400,000

10 years median price trend in Woking

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Woking.

All wards in Woking

Byfleet and West Byfleet

Canalside

Goldsworth Park

Heathlands

Hoe Valley

Horsell

Knaphill

Mount Hermon

Pyrford

St John's

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.