GU26 encompasses Hindhead, a Surrey commuter district positioned in the 85th percentile nationally for market trajectory at 57.2/100. Over the past five years, residential prices have appreciated at a compound annual growth rate of 1.2%, whilst rental growth has outpaced capital appreciation at 4.4% annually. Population expansion has been modest at 1.3% over the same period. The district remains in a latent gentrification stage, suggesting limited visible redevelopment pressures currently. For investors, the rental-to-capital growth differential merits consideration alongside broader regional economic factors affecting commuter demand patterns into London.
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- 1Property prices up 1.1% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.3% per year
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What's changing in Hindhead · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.4 points this month to 57/100, driven mainly by safety.
Hindhead (GU26) common questions
Is Hindhead up and coming?
Hindhead (GU26) has a trajectory score of 57/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 16% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is down 0.1 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Hindhead safe?
Hindhead has a safety score of 67/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Hindhead?
The average property price in Hindhead (GU26) is £538k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.1% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Hindhead?
The median monthly rent in Hindhead (GU26) is £1,457 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Hindhead?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Haslemere (GU27), Liphook (GU30), Bordon (GU35), Godalming (GU8), Farnham (GU10). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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