Postcode Analysis Kingston upon Thames, London

RICHMOND ROAD, KT2 5BX House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

328

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 74,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: KT2 5BX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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8/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. KT2 5BX's low deprivation rank, 78% ownership, and £498k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 53.3% year-on-year.

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

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

One of the more sought-after postcodes in KT2, KT2 5BX offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £498k, down 53.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for KT2 5BX are sourced from Output Area E00015163 (shared with 6 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 5BX. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British81.7%
Asian / British Asian8.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.8%
Other / Mixed8.4%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 404,000

11 sales · Mean £ 432,136

Detached

£ 1,280,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,280,000

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

KT2 5BX has low crime rates — 38 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 offences110
Anti-social behaviour87
Drugs34
Other theft34
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good308 pupils0.5 km
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Latchmere School

Good897 pupils0.6 km
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The Kingston Academy

Outstanding1169 pupils0.6 km
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Fern Hill Primary School

Outstanding662 pupils0.6 km
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St John the Baptist Church of England Junior School

Good226 pupils0.6 km
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St Agatha's Catholic Primary School

Good412 pupils0.7 km
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The Tiffin Girls' School

Outstanding1229 pupils0.8 km
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Tiffin School

Good1418 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

47 nearby
  • Argos Ltd1.0 km
  • Jeyam Food And Wine0.0 km
  • Kingston Cash & Carry Ltd0.7 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • Cheese & Pickle0.9 km
  • + 42 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Hawkers Bar & Brasserie0.6 km
  • Travelodge0.8 km
  • Travelodge0.9 km
  • Premier Inn1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

22 nearby
  • Boaters0.3 km
  • Tenpin Megabowl0.7 km
  • Kings Tun0.8 km
  • Kingston Working Mens Club0.8 km
  • Pryzm0.8 km
  • + 17 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

99 nearby
  • Cafe La Cigale0.7 km
  • Boho Cafe0.1 km
  • Cote0.9 km
  • Local Hero0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Cafe0.9 km
  • + 94 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Burger Plus Also T/A Norinos Also T/A Red Roosters Piri Piri0.9 km
  • Nippy1.0 km
  • Anar Kitchen \& Bubble T London0.9 km
  • Bubbleology0.9 km
  • Pepe's Piri Piri0.7 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

9 nearby
  • KT Minimarket Ltd0.7 km
  • The Co-Operative0.6 km
  • Longdan0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Aldi0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kingston0.7 km
  • Hampton Wick0.9 km
  • Norbiton1.4 km