Postcode Analysis Kingston upon Thames, London

KT1 1RE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KT1 1RE.

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Population

420

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 66,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

At 76% private renter occupancy, KT1 1RE is a landlord-friendly investment zone — high demand, strong yields, and frequent turnover. High crime warrants careful street-level review despite the strong rental demand.

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

KT1 1RE is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.5km from Kingston upon Thames in Kingston upon Thames. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Kingston Town ward and the Kingston and Surbiton constituency.

Day-to-day life in KT1 1RE has the character of a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. The daytime character shifts — business quarters in major regional cities. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kingston upon Thames.

Safety: Crime rates are high (334 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for KT1 1RE are sourced from Output Area E00184371 (shared with 107 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 KT1 1RE. The average age is 27.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.4%
Asian / British Asian27.1%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed15.2%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime rates near KT1 1RE are high at 334 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting710
Violence and sexual offences581
Anti-social behaviour462
Public order232
Other theft170

school Local Schools

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Tiffin School

Good1418 pupils0.5 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School

Good233 pupils0.6 km
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Bedelsford School

Outstanding123 pupils0.6 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good308 pupils0.7 km
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St John the Baptist Church of England Junior School

Good226 pupils0.8 km
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St John's C of E Primary School

Good231 pupils0.8 km
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King Athelstan Primary School

Good467 pupils0.8 km
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Hampton Wick Infant and Nursery School

Outstanding246 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

57 nearby
  • Grape Tree0.2 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • Hotel Chocolat Ltd0.2 km
  • Argos Ltd0.2 km
  • Jeyam Food And Wine0.8 km
  • + 52 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

33 nearby
  • The Ram0.5 km
  • Boaters0.9 km
  • Tenpin Megabowl0.2 km
  • The Mill0.6 km
  • Kings Tun0.1 km
  • + 28 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

140 nearby
  • Weldfinn0.7 km
  • Gail's Bakery - Kingston0.3 km
  • I Dim Sum0.4 km
  • La Parma Pizzeria - Orient Flame0.7 km
  • Pizza Express0.6 km
  • + 135 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

37 nearby
  • Anar Kitchen \& Bubble T London0.2 km
  • Bubbleology0.2 km
  • Burger Plus Also T/A Norinos Also T/A Red Roosters Piri Piri0.2 km
  • Haweli Kingston0.9 km
  • Nippy0.4 km
  • + 32 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

6 nearby
  • Hawkers Bar & Brasserie0.4 km
  • Indimax Dhaba1.0 km
  • Travelodge0.2 km
  • Travelodge0.1 km
  • Premier Inn0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

11 nearby
  • Asda Stores Limited0.8 km
  • KT Minimarket Ltd0.1 km
  • Longdan0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Lidl Great Britain Limited0.8 km
  • + 6 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kingston0.1 km
  • Hampton Wick0.8 km
  • Norbiton1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Kingston Rail Station0.2 km
  • Kingston Turks Pier0.4 km
  • Kingston Turks Pier0.4 km
  • Kingston Turks Pier0.4 km