Postcode Analysis Kingston upon Thames, London

DORSET CLOSE, KT9 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DORSET CLOSE, KT9 1BF.

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Population

377

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 61,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: KT9 1BF 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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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. KT9 1BF's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £645k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £645k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 3.9% year-on-year.

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

KT9 1BF is a sought-after residential area on Dorset Close, 0.5km from Hook in Kingston upon Thames. Administratively it sits within Hook & Chessington North ward and the Kingston and Surbiton constituency.

For serious buyers, KT9 1BF is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £645k, up 3.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for KT9 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00014814 (shared with 15 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 KT9 1BF. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.9%
Asian / British Asian11.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.7%
Other / Mixed6.4%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 597,500

6 sales · Mean £ 591,666

Detached

£ 665,000

1 sales · Mean £ 665,000

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

KT9 1BF has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences29
Criminal damage and arson16
Anti-social behaviour15
Shoplifting10
Vehicle crime10

school Local Schools

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St Paul's CofE Primary School

Good208 pupils0.3 km
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Southborough High School

Good804 pupils0.7 km
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Lovelace Primary School

Good608 pupils1.0 km
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Castle Hill Primary School

Good498 pupils1.0 km
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Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form

Outstanding1410 pupils1.2 km
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Ellingham Primary School

Good388 pupils1.3 km
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St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School

Good193 pupils1.5 km
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Long Ditton Infant and Nursery School

Good204 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Boba And Shakes0.7 km
  • Green Supermarket0.8 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • Hook Road News0.7 km
  • Just Convenience0.5 km
  • + 13 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Eff Cafe0.7 km
  • Hook Cafe0.8 km
  • Jenny's Cafe0.4 km
  • Little Peeps Soft Play Limited0.4 km
  • The Roasting1.0 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Tesco Express0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Ace Kebabs0.7 km
  • Just Got Snacked0.7 km
  • Pizza Hut0.5 km
  • The Marlin0.5 km
  • Chickenland0.5 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Cricketers0.4 km
  • The Lucky Rover0.4 km
  • The North Star0.2 km
  • The Rhodrons Club0.5 km
  • Kingston Rugby Club0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Chessington North0.9 km
  • Chessington South1.6 km
  • Tolworth2.1 km