Postcode Analysis Kingston upon Thames, London

WOLSEY DRIVE, KT2 5DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLSEY DRIVE, KT2 5DR.

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Population

362

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 72,600 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: KT2 5DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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8/10
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7/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

KT2 5DR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £855k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £855k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 8.7% year-on-year.

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

KT2 5DR is a sought-after residential area on Wolsey Drive, 0.8km from Parkleys Estate in Kingston upon Thames. Administratively it sits within Tudor ward and the Richmond Park constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in KT2, KT2 5DR offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Kingston upon Thames.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £855k, up 8.7% 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 5DR are sourced from Output Area E00015152 (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 5DR. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.2%
Asian / British Asian23.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed8.5%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
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

Terraced

£ 755,000

15 sales · Mean £ 819,400

Semi-Detached

£ 725,000

1 sales · Mean £ 725,000

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

KT2 5DR has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour29
Violence and sexual offences23
Vehicle crime11
Other theft8
Public order7

school Local Schools

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The Tiffin Girls' School

Outstanding1229 pupils0.1 km
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The Kingston Academy

Outstanding1169 pupils0.2 km
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Fern Hill Primary School

Outstanding662 pupils0.2 km
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Latchmere School

Good897 pupils0.6 km
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St Agatha's Catholic Primary School

Good412 pupils0.7 km
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Malden Oaks School and Tuition Service

Good72 pupils0.8 km
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Teddington School

Good1180 pupils0.8 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good308 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Jeyam Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Laurel Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Rowleys Bakery0.6 km
  • Shell Waitrose Kingstonian0.7 km
  • Better Price0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Boaters0.8 km
  • Queens Head0.8 km
  • The Cardinal PH, Peppe Restaurant0.2 km
  • Hand & Flower0.8 km
  • Tamesis Club (The Tamesis Club)0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Boho Cafe0.8 km
  • Cake Owls0.9 km
  • Coffee & Dolce0.8 km
  • Deea0.8 km
  • Great Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-Operative0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Kingfisher Bar0.9 km
  • Silver River Chinese Take Away0.8 km
  • Batterfly Fish & Chips0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kingston1.5 km
  • Hampton Wick1.5 km
  • Norbiton2.0 km