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Long Ditton

England / South East / Elmbridge / Long Ditton

About

Long Ditton is a residential ward in the borough of Elmbridge, Surrey. It is located near the River Thames, with parts of the area offering views of the water. The ward includes a mix of housing, from detached homes to smaller terraced properties, with some older buildings alongside modern developments. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and a primary school, catering to everyday needs.

The area has good transport links, with Surbiton railway station nearby providing services to London Waterloo. Green spaces like Long Ditton Recreation Ground offer leisure opportunities, while the Thames Path is popular for walking. The ward has a quiet, suburban character, with a mix of families and long-term residents. Its proximity to larger towns like Kingston upon Thames adds convenience for shopping and commuting.

Area overview

On average Long Ditton has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Long Ditton is £84,694 per year. There are 3 schools in Long Ditton: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
10.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Long Ditton Population
7,236
Population density
3,126.6 per km²

Demographics

British
5,220
72.14%
Other White
646
8.93%
Indian
267
3.69%
Other Asian
179
2.47%
White and Asian (mixed)
158
2.18%
Total population: 7,236

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,211
43.08%
Owns outright
916
32.59%
Private landlord or letting agency
321
11.42%
Other social rented
273
9.71%
Social rents from council
44
1.57%
Total households: 2,811

Property prices in Long Ditton

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £786,000 in Long Ditton area, with individual transactions ranging from £300,000 up to £3,350,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£1,235,000
Flats14£400,000
Semi-Detached28£800,300
Terraced38£667,500

10 years price trend in Long Ditton

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.