KT9 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Elmcroft Drive, 0.5km from Hook in Kingston upon Thames. Administratively it sits within Tolworth ward and the Kingston and Surbiton constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in KT9, KT9 1DU offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £615k.
Census 2021 statistics for KT9 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00015137 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELMCROFT DRIVE, KT9 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMCROFT DRIVE, KT9 1DU.
377
43
£ 61,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. KT9 1DU's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £615k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £615k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for KT9 1DU. The average age is 43.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 632,500
2 sales · Mean £ 632,500
Detached
£ 665,500
2 sales · Mean £ 665,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
KT9 1DU has low crime rates — 42 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.
school Local Schools
Southborough High School
St Paul's CofE Primary School
Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form
Castle Hill Primary School
Tolworth Infant and Nursery School
Tolworth Junior School
Dysart School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Chessington Service Station0.7 km
- George's Post Office0.8 km
- Oliver Bonas Limited0.8 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Hook News0.3 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Rhodrons Club0.9 km
- Kingston Rugby Club0.4 km
- The Cricketers1.0 km
- The Lucky Rover0.8 km
- The North Star0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Craft And Crumb0.7 km
- Red Lion Cafe0.8 km
- Red Rose0.8 km
- Cool Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Piccolos0.2 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Chicken Star0.4 km
- Chickenland0.9 km
- Khasturi Indian Takeaway Ltd.0.2 km
- Ace Kebabs0.3 km
- Just Got Snacked0.3 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Chessington North1.0 km
- Tolworth1.5 km
- Chessington South2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: KT91DU · Data under Open Government Licence