Postcode Analysis Kingston upon Thames, London

RICHMOND ROAD, KT2 5BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RICHMOND ROAD, KT2 5BP.

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Population

233

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 74,600 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: KT2 5BP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates KT2 5BP — age 35, 36% ownership, 45% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

KT2 5BP is a sought-after residential area on Richmond Road, 1.1km from Kingston upon Thames in Kingston upon Thames. Administratively it sits within Canbury Gardens ward and the Richmond Park constituency.

For renters and young professionals, KT2 5BP offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kingston upon Thames.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for KT2 5BP are sourced from Output Area E00174878 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for KT2 5BP. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British59.2%
Asian / British Asian19.7%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed15.9%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

KT2 5BP has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences133
Anti-social behaviour103
Drugs41
Other theft32
Public order27

school Local Schools

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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good308 pupils0.4 km
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St John the Baptist Church of England Junior School

Good226 pupils0.6 km
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Tiffin School

Good1418 pupils0.7 km
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Latchmere School

Good897 pupils0.7 km
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Fern Hill Primary School

Outstanding662 pupils0.8 km
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The Kingston Academy

Outstanding1169 pupils0.8 km
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St Agatha's Catholic Primary School

Good412 pupils0.9 km
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Hampton Wick Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding246 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

52 nearby
  • Argos Ltd0.8 km
  • Jeyam Food And Wine0.1 km
  • Kingston Cash & Carry Ltd0.6 km
  • Kingston Express0.9 km
  • Orange Supermarket0.9 km
  • + 47 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Hawkers Bar & Brasserie0.4 km
  • Travelodge0.6 km
  • Travelodge0.7 km
  • Premier Inn0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

25 nearby
  • Boaters0.4 km
  • Tenpin Megabowl0.5 km
  • Kings Tun0.6 km
  • Kingston Working Mens Club0.6 km
  • Pryzm0.6 km
  • + 20 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

125 nearby
  • Cafe La Cigale0.6 km
  • Boho Cafe0.3 km
  • Cote0.8 km
  • Local Hero0.7 km
  • Marks & Spencer Cafe0.7 km
  • + 120 more
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Supermarkets

11 nearby
  • Asda Stores Limited1.0 km
  • KT Minimarket Ltd0.5 km
  • The Co-Operative0.6 km
  • Longdan0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.1 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

34 nearby
  • Burger Plus Also T/A Norinos Also T/A Red Roosters Piri Piri0.7 km
  • Nippy0.8 km
  • Anar Kitchen \& Bubble T London0.7 km
  • Bubbleology0.7 km
  • Pepe's Piri Piri0.5 km
  • + 29 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kingston0.5 km
  • Hampton Wick0.8 km
  • Norbiton1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Kingston Rail Station0.4 km