May Bate Avenue is in Kingston Upon Thames and in Kingston Upon Thames district. KT2 5UL is located in the Canbury Gardens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond Park. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 5UL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: KT2 5UN, KT2 5UT, KT2 5UR, KT2 5FE, KT2 5UU, KT2 5UZ, KT2 5US, KT2 5FL, KT2 5UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding KT2 5UL has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 48.7% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.4% | 51.3% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of KT2 5UL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.6% | 32.3% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 54.5% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.2% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 65.5% | 61.8% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 13.4% |
| Good health | 26.8% | 30.1% | 3.3% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 5.8% | 6% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -6.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
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.
In the area around KT2 5UL this area, 5.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 71.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.3% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 18.2% | -13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.6% | 8.1% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 6.9% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -10.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 66.4% | 71.1% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 37.3% |
| Other | 8.6% | 1.7% | -6.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 52.9% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 2.9% | 10% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 9.3% |
| Indian | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 3.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 7.2% | 12.1% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 10.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 4.8% | 3.3% | -1.5% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 69% | 52.9% | -16.1% | 81.4% | -28.5% |
| Arab | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 1.6% | 5.2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 3.6% |
In this area, just 39.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom, meaning that the majority of residents originate from outside the UK.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.5% | 39.9% | -16.6% | 83.2% | -43.3% |
| European Union | 11.7% | 12% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 6.1% | 6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.9% | 31.7% | 16.8% | 5.6% | 26.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4.2% | 5.3% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Oceania | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
In this area majority of residents originate from outside the UK. Only 39.9% of residents were born in the United Kingdom. 26.5% of residents have lived in the UK for 10 years or more.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 55.4% | 40% | -15.4% | 83.2% | -43.2% |
| 10+ Years | 5.8% | 26.5% | 20.7% | 9.8% | 16.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 10.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% | 2.9% | 6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 9% | 12.3% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 10.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 19.1% | 11.6% | -7.5% | 1.9% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.5% | 76.7% | -18.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 5.3% | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 10.7% | 0.3% | 10.4% |
| Southern Asia | 4.8% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas Territories | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.7% | 13.5% | -11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 43.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 7.2% | 6.5% | 0.7% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around May Bate Avenue was 67.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.6% lower than the Canbury Gardens average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
May Bate Avenue has the 28th highest crime rate of 80 local areas in Canbury Gardens and the 158th highest crime rate of 475 local areas in Kingston upon Thames .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 2 Arun House May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2023-07-28 | £701,972 |
| Flat 2 Medway House May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £550,000 | 2022-06-24 | £561,932 |
| Flat 11 Trent House May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £830,000 | 2022-06-09 | £848,006 |
| Flat 1 Arun House May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2021-11-23 | £710,131 |
| Flat 7 Medway House May Bate Avenue, Kingston Upon Thames, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2020-11-18 | £694,522 |
KT2 5UL area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
KT2 5UL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 145 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Self-Employed | 46 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Other | 18 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surbiton Children's Centre Nursery Alpha Road , KT5 8RS | 4out of 4 | 3,263 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Church of England Junior School Lower Teddington Road , Hampton Wick KT1 4HQ | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hampton Wick Infant and Nursery School Normansfield Avenue , TW11 9RP | 4out of 4 | 381 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Acre Road , KT2 6EN | 4out of 4 | 879 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fern Hill Primary School Richmond Road , KT2 5PE | 4out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School St Mark's Road , TW11 9DD | 3out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teddington School Broom Road , TW11 9PJ | 2out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tiffin School Queen Elizabeth Road , KT2 6RL | 4out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Kingston Academy Richmond Road , KT2 5PE | 4out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Tiffin Girls' School Richmond Road , KT2 5PL | 4out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre Surbiton Hill Road , KT6 4TU | 3out of 4 | 2,399 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Thames Colleges Group Kingston Hall Road , KT1 2AQ | - not rated | 1,099 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond and Hillcroft Adult and Community College (Rhacc) South Bank , KT6 6DF | - not rated | 2,937 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Esher Sixth Form College Weston Green Road , KT7 0JB | - not rated | 4,304 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond-upon-Thames College Langhorn Drive , TW2 7SJ | - not rated | 5,045 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educare Small School 12 Cowleaze Road , KT2 6DZ | - not rated | 714 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingston Grammar School London Road , KT2 6PY | - not rated | 1,122 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingston University River House , 53 - 57 High Street KT1 1LQ | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedelsford School Grange Road , KT1 2QZ | 4out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Hill School 8 Queen's Road , KT2 7SH | - not rated | 1,821 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canbury Secret Cafe | Cafeteria Canbury Gardens, Lower Ham Road | 194 yd | |
| Nuffield Health | 1 Sury Basin, Kingston Upon Thames | 309 yd | |
| 139 Coffee | 27 Sury Basin, Kingston Upon Thames | 350 yd | |
| Ôlong Bubble And Fruit Teas | 17 Wood Street, Kingston Upon Thames | 357 yd | |
| Hampton Wick Tandoori | 36-38 High Street, Hampton Wick | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan | 22 High Street, Hampton Wick | 429 yd | |
| The Foresters Arms | 45 High Street, Hampton Wick | 436 yd | |
| Boaters | The Boaters Inn, Canbury Gardens | 472 yd | |
| The Grey Horse | 46 Richmond Road, Kingston Upon Thames | 501 yd | |
| The Gazebo | Riverside Walk, Kingston Upon Thames | 534 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fireaway | 63 Richmond Road, Kingston Upon Thames | 431 yd | |
| Fuel Juice | Unit SK1 Bentall Centre, Wood Street | 441 yd | |
| Lola's Cupcakes | Unit L9 Lower Ground Floor, The Bentall Centre | 446 yd | |
| BRG GROUP | John Lewis, Wood Street | 452 yd | |
| Pizza Hut (Zain Hut Ltd) | 41 Richmond Road, Kingston Upon Thames | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Sury Basin | 302 yd | |
| Longdan Express | 17 Wood Street, Kingston Upon Thames | 357 yd | |
| KT Minimarket Ltd | 38-42 Fife Road, Kingston Upon Thames | 533 yd | |
| Tesco | Quebec House, 1 Cromwell Road | 591 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Foodhall | 26-32 Clarence Street, Kingston Upon Thames | 596 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nuffield Health (Kingston) SURY BASIN | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 282 yd |
| Canbury Gardens LOWER HAM ROAD | tennis courts | 306 yd |
| Kingston Riverside Club LOWER HAM ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 318 yd |
| St John The Baptist C Of E Junior School LOWER TEDDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 381 yd |
| Virgin Active Club (Kingston Bentall Centre) (Closed) Third Floor Third Floor Wood Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 443 yd |
| Roy'S Gym (Closed) 63b 63b High Street | health and fitness suite | 446 yd |
| Kings Field KINGS FIELD PAVILION KINGS FIELD PAVILION CHURCH GROVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 650 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Kingston) THE ROTUNDA THE ROTUNDA CLARENCE STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 707 yd |
| The Gym (London Kingston) EVE HOUSE EVE HOUSE ADAMS WALK | health and fitness suite | 737 yd |
| The United Reformed Church RICHARD MAYO CENTRE RICHARD MAYO CENTRE EDEN STREET | 739 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.