Malden Way is in New Malden and in Kingston Upon Thames district. KT3 5QU is located in the Motspur Park & Old Malden East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kingston and Surbiton. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Malden Way, New Malden, KT3 5QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: KT3 5QX, KT3 5RW, KT3 5JL, KT3 5RH, KT3 5QT, KT3 5JJ, KT3 5QJ, KT3 5RP, KT3 5JN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around KT3 5QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.9% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.1% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 KT3 5QU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 28.6% | 31.5% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 54.8% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 4.8% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -4.3% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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 | 53.6% | 45.8% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 39.1% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 KT3 5QU this area, 8.6% 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 53.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.4% | 8.6% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 6.8% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 10% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 16.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.8% | 53.8% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 20.0% |
| Other | 9.5% | 1.4% | -8.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 45.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 7.4% | 9.9% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 6.8% |
| Pakistani | 9.8% | 9.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 6.7% |
| Other Asian | 20.8% | 16.8% | -4.0% | 1.6% | 15.2% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 55.1% | 45.1% | -10.0% | 81.4% | -36.3% |
| Arab | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 3.9% |
| Other | 0.2% | 8.3% | 8.1% | 1.6% | 6.7% |
In this area, 59.2% 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 | 62.3% | 59.2% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -24.0% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 8.7% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 6.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.8% | 21.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | 16.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.5% | 59.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | -23.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 31.7% | 30.8% | 9.8% | 21.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.4% | 3.8% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 28.1% | 1.6% | -26.5% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.8% | 0.3% | 3.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 2.5% | 13.5% | -11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.8% | 37.2% | -17.4% |
| Christian | 41.1% | 46.2% | -5.1% |
| Hindu | 11% | 1.7% | 9.3% |
| Muslim | 19.6% | 6.5% | 13.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Malden Way was 37.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.7% lower than the Green Lane & St James average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Malden Way has the 9th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Green Lane & St James and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Kingston upon Thames .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 244 Malden Way, New Malden, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-11-05 | £706,552 |
| 246 Malden Way, New Malden, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2021-06-24 | £703,592 |
| 248 Malden Way, New Malden, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2019-10-11 | £593,687 |
| 230 Malden Way, New Malden, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2019-07-17 | £589,590 |
| 236 Malden Way, New Malden, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2018-08-03 | £569,472 |
KT3 5QU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 125 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surbiton Children's Centre Nursery Alpha Road , KT5 8RS | 4out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malden Manor Primary and Nursery School Sheephouse Way , KT3 5PF | 3out of 4 | 792 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grand Avenue Primary and Nursery School Grand Avenue , KT5 9HU | 3out of 4 | 994 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Malden Parochial CofE Primary School The Manor Drive , KT4 7LW | 4out of 4 | 1,243 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church New Malden CofE Primary School Elm Road , KT3 3HN | 3out of 4 | 1,486 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Junior School Burlington Road , KT3 4LT | 3out of 4 | 1,521 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holy Cross School 25 Sandal Road , KT3 5AR | 4out of 4 | 740 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Richard Challoner School Manor Drive North , KT3 5PE | 4out of 4 | 867 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Coombe Boys' School College Gardens, Blakes Lane , KT3 6NU | 3out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Coombe Girls' School Clarence Avenue , KT3 3TU | 4out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Raynes Park High School Bushey Road , SW20 0JL | 3out of 4 | 2,335 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond and Hillcroft Adult and Community College (Rhacc) South Bank , KT6 6DF | - not rated | 2,809 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Thames Colleges Group Kingston Hall Road , KT1 2AQ | - not rated | 3,559 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Study School 57 Thetford Road , KT3 5DP | - not rated | 538 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westbury House School 80 Westbury Road , KT3 5AS | - not rated | 656 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tennis Avenue School Manor Park , Malden Road KT3 6AU | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Liberty Woodland School MAYFIELD , OLD MALDEN LANE KT4 7PU | - not rated | 1,487 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blossom House School Station Road , Motspur Park KT3 6JJ | - not rated | 1,930 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fonseca's Deli | 169 South Lane, New Malden | 448 yd | |
| Capital Cafe | 107 Manor Drive North, New Malden | 736 yd | |
| Go Greek Souvlaki And Grill | 125 Manor Drive North, New Malden | 743 yd | |
| Hooky Street Coffee Co | Manor Drive North, New Malden | 789 yd | |
| Zazza Restaurant | 126 Malden Road, New Malden | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodies Freehouse | Woodies, Thetford Road | 377 yd | |
| New Malden Tennis, Squash & Badminton Club | New Malden Tennis Club, Somerset Close | 530 yd | |
| The Watchman | 184 High Street, New Malden | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Malden Fish Bar | 159 South Lane, New Malden | 490 yd | |
| Chicken World | 111 Manor Drive North, New Malden | 733 yd | |
| Malden Fish Bar | 113 Manor Drive North, New Malden | 735 yd | |
| Spice Express | Kiosk Malden Manor Station, Manor Drive North | 819 yd | |
| Home Bento | 2 Park Road, New Malden | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 354-356 Malden Road, Worcester Park | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Malden Tennis Squash & Badminton Club SOMERSET CLOSE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 527 yd |
| Malden Manor Primary School SHEEPHOUSE WAY | 644 yd | |
| London School Of Economics Sports Ground LSE SPORTS GROUND LSE SPORTS GROUND WINDSOR AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 655 yd |
| Richard Challoner School MANOR DRIVE NORTH | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 774 yd |
| The Holy Cross School SANDAL ROAD | 780 yd | |
| Kings College Sports Ground Windsor Avenue | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 835 yd |
| Grand Avenue Primary And Nursery School (Closed) Grand Avenue | grass pitches | 990 yd |
| Manor Park 316B 316B MALDEN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,006 yd |
| St James Church Hall GREEN LANE | 1,010 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 | 46.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.