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.
WOLSEY DRIVE, KT2 5DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOLSEY DRIVE, KT2 5DR.
362
41
£ 72,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: KT2 5DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
The Tiffin Girls' School
The Kingston Academy
Fern Hill Primary School
Latchmere School
St Agatha's Catholic Primary School
Malden Oaks School and Tuition Service
Teddington School
St Luke's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
Supermarkets
2 nearby- The Co-Operative0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
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
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Postcode Profile: KT25DR · Data under Open Government Licence