Postcode report
KT20 5AF Guide - Crime Rate, Schools & Area Review
About KT20 5AF: area rating, property, schools and local change
KT20 5AF is a postcode in Lower Kingswood, Tadworth & Walton, Reigate and Banstead, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near KT20 5AF, then scores the surrounding small area 82/100 - top 2% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around KT20 5AF are local prosperity and safety, while housing is the main area to examine before moving, renting or buying here. LocaleIQ uses these local signals as a practical area rating rather than a single raw statistic, so read the score alongside the detailed map layers and source records.
The demographic profile for KT20 5AF is based on Reigate and Banstead 006 Census 2021. It covers 7,099 residents, 508 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 50, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 86% owner-occupied, 10% privately rented, 3% social rented, useful context for renters, buyers and landlords comparing the local property market. On the official England neighbourhood wellbeing index the area ranks in decile 9/10.
For property prices near KT20 5AF, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the KT20 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £523k from 97 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near KT20 5AF can compare 6 state schools within one mile, including 4 rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted or the equivalent inspectorate. The Schools tab adds phase, school type, distance, rating and a dedicated school map so the education context is easier to judge.
The Kids & Clubs tab lists 6 nearby child-friendly activities by type, with age range, venue, distance and provider links where available.
For safety, the Crime tab breaks down recorded crime near KT20 5AF by category and map position. Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around KT20 5AF is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 2 street-disruption records in the Planning tab, with dates, distance and source links. Large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.
FAQ
Common questions about KT20 5AF
Is KT20 5AF a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 82/100 (top 2% nationally). The report combines local records with wider official context, so use it as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near KT20 5AF?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near KT20 5AF?
6 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
Are there kids clubs or activities near KT20 5AF?
LocaleIQ currently matches 6 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for KT20 5AF?
LocaleIQ matched KT20 5AF to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in KT20 5AF?
The latest median sold price is £523k based on 97 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around KT20 5AF?
LocaleIQ currently shows 2 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.