Elm Road is in Chessington and in Kingston Upon Thames district. KT9 1AR is located in the Hook & Chessington North 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 Elm Road, Chessington, KT9 1AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: KT9 1AW, KT9 1AF, KT9 1BP, KT9 1AS, KT9 1BS, KT9 1AQ, KT9 1BB, KT9 1AT, KT9 1AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around KT9 1AR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 51.1% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.7% | 48.9% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 KT9 1AR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.1% 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 | 29.1% | 31% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 54.1% | 2.7% | 44.2% | 9.9% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 7.9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 5.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 42.1% | 54.6% | 12.5% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 33.6% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 9.2% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 19.4% | 12.5% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 8.7% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 18.3% | 2.8% | 13.4% | 4.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 13.1% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.9% | 39.1% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.1% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 2.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.1% | 2.2% |
| Pakistani | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 88.1% | 81.6% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 84.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 84.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 0.9% |
| European Union | 6.2% | 4.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 8.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | 2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.2% | 83.9% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 12.8% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 0.3% | -8.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Sikh | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Road was 16.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.5% lower than the Hook & Chessington North average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Elm Road has the 4th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Hook & Chessington North and the 60th lowest crime rate of 475 local areas in Kingston upon Thames .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 The Forge, 56 Elm Road, Chessington, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-09-11 | £240,510 |
| 9 The Forge, 56 Elm Road, Chessington, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-12-11 | £235,839 |
| 9 The Forge, 56 Elm Road, Chessington, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £154,950 | 2013-10-04 | £230,816 |
| 9 The Forge, 56 Elm Road, Chessington, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2011-09-09 | £231,053 |
KT9 1AR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surbiton Children's Centre Nursery Alpha Road , KT5 8RS | 4out of 4 | 2,765 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's CofE Primary School Orchard Road , KT9 1AJ | 3out of 4 | 209 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill Primary School Buckland Road , KT9 1JE | 3out of 4 | 749 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lovelace Primary School Mansfield Road , Hook KT9 2RN | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School Church Lane , KT9 2DH | 2out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellingham Primary School Ellingham Road , KT9 2JA | 2out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southborough High School Hook Road , KT6 5AS | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form Tala Close , Tolworth Girls' School and Sixth Form KT6 7EY | 4out of 4 | 1,061 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chessington School Garrison Lane , KT9 2JS | - not rated | 1,444 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hinchley Wood School Claygate Lane , Hinchley Wood KT10 0AQ | 4out of 4 | 2,367 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Epsom and Ewell High School Ruxley Lane , West Ewell KT19 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,469 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,882 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Esher Sixth Form College Weston Green Road , KT7 0JB | - not rated | 3,779 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Thames Colleges Group Kingston Hall Road , KT1 2AQ | - not rated | 4,691 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philip's School Harrow Close , Leatherhead Road KT9 2HR | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shrewsbury House School 107 Ditton Road , KT6 6RL | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Dysart School 190 Ewell Road , KT6 6HL | 4out of 4 | 2,345 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan Preparatory School 6 Fitzalan Road , Claygate KT10 0LX | - not rated | 3,172 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Linden Bridge School Grafton Road , KT4 7JW | 4out of 4 | 3,339 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenny's Cafe | 316 Hook Road, Chessington | 229 yd | |
| Red Rose | 334 Hook Road, Chessington | 268 yd | |
| Little Peeps Soft Play Limited | 328 - 330 Hook Road, Chessington | 273 yd | |
| Jerk & Serve | Unit 1, Chessington North Railway Station | 543 yd | |
| Rhona's Cafe Restaurant | 3 North Parade, Chessington | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rhodrons Club | Rhodrons Avenue, Chessington | 230 yd | |
| The Lucky Rover | 312 Hook Road, Chessington | 231 yd | |
| The North Star | 271 Hook Road, Chessington | 402 yd | |
| The Cricketers | 81 Clayton Road, Chessington | 570 yd | |
| Kingston Rugby Club | King Edward Recreation Ground, Hook Road | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 377 Hook Road, Chessington | 196 yd | |
| The Marlin | 344 Hook Road, Chessington | 284 yd | |
| Chickenland | 346 Hook Road, Chessington | 287 yd | |
| Maya's Kitchen | 87 Sanger Avenue, Chessington | 551 yd | |
| Chessington Palace Kebab & Fish Bar | Unit 2 Station Approach, Bridge Road | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 381 Hook Road, Chessington | 222 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 324 Hook Road, Chessington | 264 yd | |
| Lidl | 64 Leatherhead Road, Chessington | 994 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 175 Hook Road, Surbiton | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill Primary School BUCKLAND ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 538 yd |
| King Edwards Recreation Ground KING EDWARD SPORTS GROUND KING EDWARD SPORTS GROUND KING EDWARD DRIVE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 635 yd |
| Hollyfield School Sports Ground KING EDWARD SPORTS GROUND KING EDWARD SPORTS GROUND KING EDWARD DRIVE | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Tolworth Recreation Centre Fullers Way North | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 964 yd |
| Southborough High School HOOK ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 968 yd |
| Churchfields Recreation Ground BRANSBY ROAD | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Kings Centre THE KINGS CENTRE THE KINGS CENTRE COPPARD GARDENS | 1,030 yd | |
| Lovelace Primary School MANSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,089 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.59 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.