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About

Kew ward is located in the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, known for its green spaces and riverside setting. The area includes the famous Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with extensive plant collections and historic glasshouses. The Thames Path runs along the river, offering walking routes with views of the water and nearby landmarks.

Residential streets in Kew feature a mix of period homes, from Victorian terraces to larger detached properties. The area has local shops, cafes, and pubs, with Kew Gardens station providing transport links to central London. Kew Green, a large open space, hosts cricket matches and community events. The ward maintains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to the amenities of Richmond town centre.

Area overview

On average Kew has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 67 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kew is £80,824 per year. There are 7 schools in Kew: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
67
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Kew Population
11,839
Population density
3,597.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,805
57.49%
Other White
2,129
17.99%
Indian
459
3.88%
Other
353
2.98%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
317
2.68%
Total population: 11,837

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,541
30.81%
Owns outright
1,508
30.15%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,297
25.93%
Other social rented
404
8.08%
Other forms of private rent
106
2.12%
Total households: 5,002

Property prices in Kew

Based on 123 recent sales, the median property price is £735,000 in Kew area, with individual transactions ranging from £243,515 up to £4,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kew 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 Kew over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£2,150,000
Flats69£565,000
Semi-Detached17£1,587,500
Terraced32£1,020,000

10 years median price trend in Kew

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.