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Thames Ditton

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About

Thames Ditton is situated on the north bank of the River Thames within the borough of Elmbridge. The area is primarily residential, characterised by a mix of period homes and modern developments. Its central focus is the village green and the High Street, which hosts local shops and services. The Thames Path runs along the riverfront, providing a direct link to the surrounding network of parks and open spaces.

The area is defined by its relationship with the water, featuring a long-established sailing club and a series of small islands, such as Swan Island, accessible from the mainland. Hampton Court Palace is located directly across the river, its historic presence a constant backdrop. Regular train services connect the area to London, supporting a commuter population while maintaining a distinct local character.

Area overview

On average Thames Ditton has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 32 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Thames Ditton is £99,750 per year. There are 3 schools in Thames Ditton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Thames Ditton is home to around 6,608 people, with a population density of about 3,513.0 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
32
Deprivation level
1/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
3.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thames Ditton Population
6,608
Population density
3,513 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
11.96(-62%)
Vehicle crime
4.39(+16%)
Anti-social behaviour
3.78(-67%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.48(-46%)
Other theft
2.88(-48%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,206
78.77%
Other White
514
7.78%
Indian
146
2.21%
White and Asian (mixed)
132
2%
Irish
121
1.83%
Total population: 6,609

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
3,106
61.57%
Level 3 (A level)
606
12.01%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
531
10.53%
No qualifications
399
7.91%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
197
3.9%
Total 16+ residents: 5,045

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,118
44.9%
Owns outright
829
33.29%
Private landlord or letting agency
363
14.58%
Other social rented
127
5.1%
Other forms of private rent
27
1.08%
Total households: 2,490

Property prices in Thames Ditton

Based on 70 recent sales, the median property price is £678,750 in Thames Ditton area, with individual transactions ranging from £290,000 up to £1,850,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Thames Ditton 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 Thames Ditton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£1,315,000
Flats23£430,000
Semi-Detached15£1,025,000
Terraced21£690,000

10 years median price trend in Thames Ditton

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.