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About

Ashford Common is a predominantly residential area located in the northern part of the Spelthorne borough. Its landscape is characterised by a mix of housing estates, local convenience shops, and several community facilities such as schools and parks. The area is bordered by the River Ash to the west and the larger River Thames to the north, providing a distinct boundary. Road connections, including the A308, are central to the area's layout, facilitating travel to nearby towns like Staines-upon-Thames.

A notable feature is the historic Littleton Pumping Station, a preserved Victorian waterworks that still operates as part of the local infrastructure. The area includes stretches of open ground like the Ashford Common itself, which offers recreational space alongside more functional land uses. Residential streets are generally quiet, with architectural styles reflecting post-war development. The overall environment is practical, serving primarily as a settled suburb for commuters and families within the wider borough.

Area overview

On average Ashford Common has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 47 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ashford Common is £62,658 per year. There are 1 schools in Ashford Common: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Ashford Common is home to around 8,851 people, with a population density of about 4,360.5 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
47
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
9.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ashford Common Population
8,851
Population density
4,360.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.98(-40%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.83(-20%)
Other theft
5.99(+7%)
Shoplifting
5.76(-28%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.54(-14%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,139
69.36%
Other White
708
8%
Indian
635
7.17%
Other Asian
204
2.3%
Other
186
2.1%
Total population: 8,851

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,043
28.61%
Level 3 (A level)
1,252
17.54%
No qualifications
1,248
17.48%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,122
15.71%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
833
11.67%
Total 16+ residents: 7,140

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,379
37.2%
Owns outright
1,195
32.24%
Private landlord or letting agency
674
18.18%
Other social rented
290
7.82%
Other forms of private rent
70
1.89%
Total households: 3,707

Property prices in Ashford Common

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Ashford Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £155,000 up to £970,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ashford Common in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Ashford Common over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats26£272,475
Terraced18£442,500
Detached17£550,000
Semi-Detached29£475,000

10 years median price trend in Ashford Common

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Ashford Common.

All postcodes in Ashford Common

TW167HU

Windmill Close

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.