Godalming South
Waverley 010 · 5 sub-areas · 7,899 residents
Waverley 010 is a residential corner of the Waverley district in Surrey, home to around 7,900 people. A typical two-bedroom home lets for about £1,330 a month — slightly above the national median for a 2-bed — and the area skews heavily owner-occupied, with three quarters of households owning their home. The rail commute to London runs around 51 minutes.
Godalming South is a commuter neighbourhood within Waverley — train into London runs in around 54 minutes, and the rhythm of weekday mornings is shaped by it. Most homes are owner-occupied, so turnover is low and many residents have been here a long time; a high share of adults are degree-educated, which often shows up in the kind of jobs people commute to.
Overview
What's it like to live in Godalming South?
Greenspace is on the doorstep — a park or playing field is within walking distance of most homes; The streets feel safe by national standards — police-recorded crime is well below the country-wide median; Public transport is genuinely strong; most errands and a fair share of social life don't need a car; rents are roughly in line with the national norm, at around £1,431 a month for a typical home; gigabit broadband is effectively universal.
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Godalming South in Waverley
Living in Godalming South
This part of Waverley is quiet, settled and predominantly owner-occupied territory — the kind of area where families put down roots for the long term rather than passing through. Over three quarters of residents own their homes, and the demographic profile is weighted towards families and older households. It doesn't have the buzz of a city neighbourhood, but that's precisely the point for most people who choose it.
Rent here sits modestly above the UK average for a 2-bed, at around £1,330 a month, though in the context of the wider South East that's relatively competitive. Sale prices tell a different story — the median is over £628,000, meaning this is firmly owner-occupier country. The small private rental stock (under 12% of households) means supply is tight for renters when properties do come up.
The population skews noticeably towards families and mid-life households. Children under 18 make up nearly a quarter of residents, and the 35–49 bracket is the largest working-age group. Nearly 54% of residents hold a degree-level qualification, well above the national average. Over half work from home, which shapes the daytime character of the area — it's active in a low-key, residential way rather than commuter-town quiet.
For those who do commute, the nearest rail station is roughly 970 metres away — about a 12-minute walk — with public-transport links reaching London in just over 51 minutes. There's no metro or tram service within realistic reach. The area scores well on deprivation measures, sitting in the least deprived 20% nationally, and greenspace is close: the nearest is under 400 metres away, with over 40% of the area within easy walking distance of green space. See the streets and sub-areas below for more.
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Frequently asked
- Is Waverley 010 a nice place to live?
- For families and established professionals, yes. It's quiet, safe, and well-connected to London by rail. Green space is close, deprivation is low, and the community skews towards owner-occupiers who've chosen to stay long term. The trade-off is that it's not a particularly dynamic or affordable area for renters, with housing costs taking up a large share of take-home pay.
- What is the rent in Waverley 010?
- A one-bedroom home runs around £1,037 a month, a two-bedroom around £1,329, and a three-bedroom around £1,602. Rents edged down slightly over the past year — around 2.6% — which is relatively uncommon in Surrey. These are estimates scaled from council-level data using local sale prices.
- Is Waverley 010 safe?
- Yes — it's considerably safer than the national average. The crime rate is roughly 37 incidents per 1,000 residents a year, compared to around 80 nationally. The area sits in the least deprived 20% of neighbourhoods in England, which tends to go hand in hand with lower crime rates.
- What's the commute from Waverley 010 to London?
- Just over 51 minutes by public transport. The nearest rail station is about a 12-minute walk away. Bear in mind that the majority of residents actually work from home — over half — so the commuter culture here is less intense than in some Surrey towns.
- Who lives in Waverley 010?
- Predominantly families and mid-life owner-occupiers. Nearly a quarter of residents are under 18, the 35–49 bracket is the largest working-age group, and over 75% of households own their home. More than half hold a degree-level qualification. It's a settled, professional demographic rather than a transient or young renter population.
- What schools are near Waverley 010?
- There are 33 schools within typical catchment distance, but only around 34% are rated Good or Outstanding — well below the national share of around 89%. The nearest Outstanding-rated school is approximately 1,347 metres away. School quality varies, so checking individual catchment areas is strongly recommended before moving.
- Is Waverley 010 good for working from home?
- Very much so. Over half of residents — 51.5% — already work from home, one of the higher shares you'll find anywhere. Broadband infrastructure is excellent: 100% gigabit coverage and no properties below the minimum speed standard.