Guildford is a town in west Surrey, England, with a population of about 77,000 as of the 2011 census. It is the seat of the wider Borough of Guildford, which had around 151,359 inhabitants in 2024, and lies approximately 27 mi (43 km) southwest of central London.
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Guildford is a town in west Surrey, England, around 27 mi (43 km) southwest of central London. As of the 2011 census, the town had a population of about 77,000; it is the seat of the wider Borough of Guildford, which had around 151,359 inhabitants in 2024. Its name is thought to derive from a crossing of the River Wey, a tributary of the River Thames, that flows through the town centre. The locality falls within the GU 2 postcode district. The town’s setting within Surrey places it in a largely rural and suburban context, with the River Wey contributing to the local landscape. The population figures suggest a moderately sized community, and its proximity to London indicates potential commuter relevance. The data do not specify additional amenities or transport links, but the town’s status as a borough seat implies the presence of local governance and community facilities.