Old Palace Yard is in Richmond and in Richmond Upon Thames district. TW9 1PD is located in the South Richmond electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond Park. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Old Palace Yard, Richmond, TW9 1PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TW9 1PF, TW9 1PE, TW9 1PB, TW9 1PA, TW9 1PG, TW9 1PQ, TW9 1NT, TW9 1NY, TW9 1NX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TW9 1PD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.2% | 53.8% | -5.4% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 40.8% | 46.2% | 5.4% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 TW9 1PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 19.4% | 21.4% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 56.5% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 9.5% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 10.7% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.3%) 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 | 47.5% | 60.4% | 12.9% | 48.4% | 12.0% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 29.9% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 8.1% | -5.3% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
In the area around TW9 1PD this area, 3.6% 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 68.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.1% | 3.6% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -14.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 9% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 12% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 63% | 68.1% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 34.3% |
| Other | 6.1% | 4.2% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 3% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 94.4% | 88.9% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 67.8% 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 | 77.1% | 67.8% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -15.4% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 16.6% | 8.8% | 6.1% | 10.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.1% | 5% | -1.1% | 1.3% | 3.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76% | 68.5% | -7.5% | 83.2% | -14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 17.8% | 15.6% | 9.8% | 8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.9% | 4.1% | -13.8% | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.6% | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 1.5% | 13.5% | -12.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Jewish | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Old Palace Yard was 141.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 115.2% higher than the Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Old Palace Yard has the 8th highest crime rate of 39 local areas in Ham, Petersham & Richmond Riverside and the 76th highest crime rate of 591 local areas in Richmond upon Thames .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.2%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Stable Cottage Old Palace Yard, Richmond, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,875,000 | 2021-03-19 | £2,178,552 |
| 4 Stable Cottage Old Palace Yard, Richmond, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,700,000 | 2020-12-18 | £1,760,906 |
| Flat 1 Trumpeters House Old Palace Yard, Richmond, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £717,500 | 2019-11-18 | £774,207 |
| Flat 4 Trumpeters House Old Palace Yard, Richmond, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £732,500 | 2019-11-18 | £790,392 |
| Flat 2 Trumpeters House Old Palace Yard, Richmond, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £732,500 | 2019-11-18 | £790,392 |
TW9 1PD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
TW9 1PD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in TW9 1PD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 62 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windham Nursery School Windham Road , TW9 2HP | 4out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Nursery School 168 Roehampton Lane , SW15 4EU | 4out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Park School 389 Richmond Road , TW1 2EF | 4out of 4 | 651 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's C E Primary School Winchester Road , TW1 1LF | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Worple Primary School Queens Terrace , TW7 7DB | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Vineyard School Friars Stile Road , TW10 6NE | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orleans Primary School Hartington Road , TW1 3EN | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Ealing Middle School Little Ealing Lane , Ealing W5 4EA | - not rated | 4,488 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fielding Middle School Wyndham Road , Ealing W13 9TE | - not rated | 4,902 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orleans Park School Richmond Road , TW1 3BB | - not rated | 1,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orleans Park School Richmond Road , TW1 3BB | 4out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School Queens Road , TW10 6HW | 3out of 4 | 1,661 yd | Voluntary aided school | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Gumley House RC Convent School, FCJ St John's Road , TW7 6XF | 3out of 4 | 1,817 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Gumley House RC Convent School, FCJ St John's Road , TW7 6XF | - not rated | 1,817 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond and Hillcroft Adult and Community College (Rhacc) Parkshot , TW9 2RE | - not rated | 660 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Adult Community College Parkshot , TW9 2RE | - not rated | 660 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond-upon-Thames College Langhorn Drive , TW2 7SJ | - not rated | 2,735 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Thames College London Road , TW7 4HS | - not rated | 2,975 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nishkam School West London 152 Syon Lane , TW7 5PN | 4out of 4 | 3,702 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcons Preparatory School for Boys 41 Kew Foot Road , Richmond TW9 2SS | - not rated | 806 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Old Vicarage School 48 Richmond Hill , TW10 6QX | - not rated | 833 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Radnor House Prep School 41 Kew Foot Road , TW9 2SS | - not rated | 905 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Falcons Prep - Richmond 41 Kew Foot Road , Richmond TW9 2SS | - not rated | 922 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's House School 68 King's Road , TW10 6ES | - not rated | 1,294 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'assaggino | 9 Paved Court, Richmond | 258 yd | |
| Sebastians Italian | 12-13 King Street, Richmond | 266 yd | |
| Tide Tables Cafe | Arch 2, Riverside | 268 yd | |
| Alianti | 20 King Street, Richmond | 270 yd | |
| Zizzi | 4-5 King Street, Richmond | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Swan | 25 Old Palace Lane, Richmond | 103 yd | |
| The Pinces Head | The Princes Head, 27-28 The Green | 284 yd | |
| The Waterman's Arms | 10 Water Lane, Richmond | 306 yd | |
| The Old Ship | 3 King Street, Richmond | 306 yd | |
| The Britannia | 5 Brewers Lane, Richmond | 366 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sushi Shop | 28 Hill Street, Richmond | 425 yd | |
| Chicken City | 388 Richmond Road, Twickenham | 688 yd | |
| Chicken Hub | 7 Westminster House, Kew Road | 690 yd | |
| Tops Pizza | 381 Richmond Road, Twickenham | 693 yd | |
| Hanana | 49 Kew Road, Richmond | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer | 13 George Street, Richmond | 374 yd | |
| Tesco | 29 George Street, Richmond | 435 yd | |
| The Source Bulk Foods Richmond | 16 The Quadrant, Richmond | 529 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners | 4 Sheen Road, Richmond | 602 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Food | Richmond Railway Station, Kew Road | 778 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Richmond Green THE GREEN | grass pitches | 236 yd |
| Your Gym (Richmond) (Closed) Water Lane | health and fitness suite | 322 yd |
| Old Deer Park OLD DEER PARK OLD DEER PARK TWICKENHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 435 yd |
| Richmond Hill Health Club LEWIS ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 443 yd |
| Pools On The Park TWICKENHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 574 yd |
| Racc (Parkshot Centre) Parkshot | 653 yd | |
| Profiles For Women (Richmond) (Closed) Global House Global House Kew Road | health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Royal Mid-Surrey Golf Club THE CLUBHOUSE THE CLUBHOUSE TWICKENHAM ROAD | golf | 732 yd |
| Richmond Athletic Ground TWICKENHAM ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 855 yd |
| Cannons Health And Squash Club (Richmond) (Closed) Kew Foot Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 866 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.