Thames Side is in Staines and in Spelthorne district. TW18 2HD is located in the Riverside and Laleham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Spelthorne. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thames Side, Staines, TW18 2HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TW18 2HB, TW18 2HE, TW18 2LA, TW18 2LD, TW18 2JU, TW18 2LB, TW18 2JY, TW18 2JZ, TW18 2LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TW18 2HD 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 | 53.6% | 48.7% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 46.4% | 51.3% | 4.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.9% | 33.3% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 43.6% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 4.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 12.8% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 5.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
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 | 39.2% | 43.8% | 4.6% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 39.3% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15.2% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 TW18 2HD this area, 9.2% 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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.9% | 9.2% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 10.8% | 3.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 12.3% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 15.4% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.7% | 45.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 9.3% | 3.1% | -6.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 10% | 5.8% | -4.2% | 3.1% | 2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
| Black African | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.5% | 0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 82.3% | 84.4% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 3.0% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 75.9% 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 | 75.1% | 75.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 10.7% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 9.1% | 4.9% | -4.2% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 5.8% | -2.8% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.2% | 74.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | -8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 15.4% | 12.1% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.7% | 3.9% | -2.8% | 2.9% | 1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 2.2% | -3.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 10% | 3.9% | -6.1% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.8% | 37.2% | -5.4% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Hindu | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thames Side was 31.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.8% higher than the Riverside and Laleham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Thames Side has the 19th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Riverside and Laleham and the 80th lowest crime rate of 308 local areas in Spelthorne .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Thames Side, Staines, Surrey Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2004-11-26 | £931,719 |
TW18 2HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chertsey Nursery School Pyrcroft Road , KT16 9ER | 3out of 4 | 4,043 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of the Rosary RC Primary School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | - not rated | 500 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Rosary Primary School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | 3out of 4 | 500 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbridge Primary School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | 3out of 4 | 610 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverbridge Primary School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | - not rated | 610 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingscroft Junior School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | - not rated | 622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pyrcroft Middle School Pyrcroft Road , KT16 9EW | - not rated | 3,886 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Town Farm Middle School St Mary's Crescent , Stanwell TW19 7HU | - not rated | 4,215 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Magna Carta School Thorpe Road , TW18 3HJ | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Magna Carta School Thorpe Road , TW18 3HJ | - not rated | 1,053 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Matthew Arnold School Kingston Road , TW18 1PF | 3out of 4 | 1,650 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Matthew Arnold School Kingston Road , TW18 1PF | - not rated | 1,650 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Knyvett College Stanwell Road , TW15 3DU | 2out of 4 | 3,404 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strode's College High Street , TW20 9DR | - not rated | 3,284 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Spelthorne College Church Road , TW15 2XD | - not rated | 3,685 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leacroft School Park Avenue , TW18 2EF | - not rated | 540 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Staines Preparatory School 3 Gresham Road , Staines-Upon-Thames TW18 2BT | - not rated | 1,154 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staines Tuition Centre Leacroft , TW18 4NN | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| T A S I S Coldharbour Lane , Thorpe TW20 8TE | - not rated | 2,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Egham Park School Ltd 135 - 139 High Street , TW20 9HL | - not rated | 3,056 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's | Mcdonalds, Two Rivers Retail Park | 570 yd | |
| The Thames Club | Thames Club Limited, Wheatsheaf Park | 628 yd | |
| The Thames Club Lounge | The Thames Club, Wheatsheaf Lane | 628 yd | |
| Daise's Kitchen | Unit 1a, Tims Boatyard, Timsway | 682 yd | |
| Thameside Youth Club | Wyatt Road, Staines-upon-Thames | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheatsheaf & Pigeon | Wheatsheaf And Pigeon Public House, Penton Road | 366 yd | |
| The Beehive | 35 Edgell Road, Staines-upon-Thames | 656 yd | |
| Staines Boat Club | Staines Boat Club, 28 Riverside Drive | 919 yd | |
| The Retreat | Staines Road, Laleham | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | The Co-operative, 194A Laleham Road | 783 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Of The Rosary School Park Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Wheatsheaf Park STAINES TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB STAINES TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB WHEATSHEAF LANE | grass pitches | 697 yd |
| The Thames Club WHEATSHEAF LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 697 yd |
| Staines Park WITHEYGATE AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 854 yd |
| Spelthorne Leisure Centre KNOWLE GREEN | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 938 yd |
| Bishops Way Recreation Ground LACEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,087 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.