Thamesmead is in Walton-On-Thames and in Elmbridge district. KT12 2SH is located in the Walton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Esher and Walton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thamesmead, Walton-on-thames, KT12 2SH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: KT12 2SW, KT12 2SJ, KT12 2SQ, KT12 2JZ, KT12 2JT, KT12 2BQ, KT12 2SB, KT12 2JL, KT12 2SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around KT12 2SH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 50.5% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 45.2% | 49.5% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around KT12 2SH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 51.3% | 51.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 23.5% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 16.7% | 6.8% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.8% | 52.9% | 11.1% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 31.9% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 10.2% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2.7% | -2.3% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 16.4% | -14.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 7.7% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 8.2% | -8.6% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 4.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 21.4% | 10.2% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 40.9% | 22.4% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.4% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 10.2% | 8.3% | 2.5% | 7.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 90.7% | 66.4% | -24.3% | 81.4% | -15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 72.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 72.1% | -18.0% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 9.8% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 10.4% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 7.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 0.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 73% | -17.1% | 83.2% | -10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 17.7% | 14.9% | 9.8% | 7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 5.1% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.4% | 76.7% | -10.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.9% | 13.5% | 2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 39.3% | 46.2% | -6.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Muslim | 10.8% | 6.5% | 4.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thamesmead was 120.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 128.3% higher than the Molesey West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thamesmead has the 6th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Molesey West and the 46th highest crime rate of 403 local areas in Elmbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Thamesmead, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-01-26 | £104,370 |
| 39 Thamesmead, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-06-25 | £313,951 |
| 53 Thamesmead, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2020-12-14 | £170,912 |
| 41 Thamesmead, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £236,250 | 2019-03-01 | £258,342 |
| 35 Thamesmead, Walton-On-Thames, Surrey Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2018-07-16 | £324,130 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Retired | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grovelands Primary School Terrace Road , KT12 2EB | 3out of 4 | 778 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashley Church of England Primary School Ashley Road , KT12 1HX | 4out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Oak Primary School Walton Oak Primary School , Ambleside Avenue KT12 3LN | 3out of 4 | 1,557 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkedale Primary School Stratton Road , TW16 6PG | 3out of 4 | 2,074 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beauclerc Infant and Nursery School 116 French Street , TW16 5LE | 3out of 4 | 2,391 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thamesmead School Manygate Lane , TW17 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Rivers Academy Bell Farm Way , KT12 5EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,431 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bishop Wand Church of England School Layton's Lane , TW16 6LT | 3out of 4 | 2,453 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Catholic College Manor Lane , TW16 6JE | 4out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sunbury Manor School Nursery Road , TW16 6LF | 3out of 4 | 2,865 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooklands College Heath Road , KT13 8TT | - not rated | 5,108 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westward School 47 Hersham Road , KT12 1LE | - not rated | 1,516 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Danesfield Manor School 11 Rydens Avenue , KT12 3JB | - not rated | 1,670 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halliford School Russell Road , TW17 9HX | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Walton Leigh School Queen's Road , Hersham KT12 5AB | 4out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beech House School 413 Walton Road , West Molesey KT8 2EJ | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Khyber Pass | 54 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 205 yd | |
| The Mogul | 66 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 205 yd | |
| J & D Sandwich Bar | 107 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 208 yd | |
| Riverhouse Barn Cafe | Restaurant, Riverhouse Barn | 548 yd | |
| Persian Kitchen | 13 Church Street, Walton-On-Thames | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | 68-70 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 279 yd | |
| Walton Comrades Club | 7 Franklyn Road, Walton-On-Thames | 297 yd | |
| Walton, Hersham & Oatlands Cons Club | 4 Manor Road, Walton-On-Thames | 384 yd | |
| Walton Rowing Club | Sunbury Lane, Walton-On-Thames | 449 yd | |
| The Anglers | Manor Road, Walton-On-Thames | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 99 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 196 yd | |
| Joker Takeaway | 44D Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 205 yd | |
| Walton Fish Bar | 101 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 208 yd | |
| The Fish Tank | 25 Church Street, Walton-On-Thames | 561 yd | |
| Basilo Pizza | 38 Church Street, Walton-On-Thames | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 58-62 Terrace Road, Walton-On-Thames | 205 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 22-32 Church Street, Walton-On-Thames | 589 yd | |
| Aldi | 1-3 Bridge Street, Walton-On-Thames | 692 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 53 New Zealand Avenue, Walton-On-Thames | 915 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grovelands Primary School TERRACE ROAD | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Energie Ladies Fitness Club (Walton-On-Thames) (Closed) 12-16 12-16 High Street | health and fitness suite | 727 yd |
| You Fit (London Shepperton) FELIX LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 772 yd |
| Pure Gym Local (Walton-On-Thames) THE HEART | health and fitness suite | 830 yd |
| Elm Grove Hall ELM GROVE ELM GROVE HERSHAM ROAD | 868 yd | |
| Elm Grove Recreation Ground KINGS GARDENS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 872 yd |
| Walton Swimming Pool (Closed) Kings Close | swimming pool | 885 yd |
| Ashley Church Of England Primary School ASHLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 902 yd |
| Elmbridge Xcel Leisure Complex WATERSIDE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 965 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.