Postcode report
Is KT7 0JU a Good Area? Schools, Crime & Local Insights
About KT7 0JU: area rating, property, schools and local change
KT7 0JU is a postcode in Long Ditton, Elmbridge, South East, England. This postcode area guide brings together crime, schools, demographics, property prices, planning applications, HMO licences and roadworks near KT7 0JU, then scores the surrounding small area 64/100 - top 30% nationally across 8 matched LocaleIQ domains.
The strongest signals around KT7 0JU are health and housing, while property market signals 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 KT7 0JU is based on Kingston upon Thames 005 Census 2021. It covers 10,315 residents, 9,571 people per square kilometre. The median age is around 32, helping show whether the area skews younger, family-sized or older. Housing tenure is 40% owner-occupied, 30% privately rented, 29% 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 7/10.
For property prices near KT7 0JU, LocaleIQ uses Land Registry sold-price evidence for the KT7 postcode district. The latest median sold price is £870k from 99 rolling sales. The Property tab separates flats, terraced, semi-detached and detached homes where enough sales exist.
Families checking schools near KT7 0JU can compare 12 state schools within one mile, including 8 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 12 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 KT7 0JU by category and map position. Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Use it with the LocaleIQ safety score because police data can lag and does not capture every local issue.
Local change around KT7 0JU is tracked through nearby planning permissions, HMO licensing and roadworks. This report currently shows 32 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 KT7 0JU
Is KT7 0JU a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores the surrounding small area 64/100 (top 30% 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 KT7 0JU?
Crime pressure is running hotter than the previous month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near KT7 0JU?
12 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 KT7 0JU?
LocaleIQ currently matches 12 nearby child-friendly activities. The Kids & Clubs tab lists venue, distance, age range and provider links where available.
What demographics are available for KT7 0JU?
LocaleIQ matched KT7 0JU to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.
What are typical property prices in KT7 0JU?
The latest median sold price is £870k based on 99 Land Registry sales. The Property tab breaks down by property type and shows the recent trend.
Is there much building or roadworks around KT7 0JU?
LocaleIQ currently shows 32 roadworks records in this report. Open the Planning tab for individual records; large council source datasets may contain more records than the displayed list.