Station Approach is in Richmond and in Richmond Upon Thames district. TW9 3QB is located in the Kew electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond Park. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Approach, Richmond, TW9 3QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TW9 3PT, TW9 3PS, TW9 3PN, TW9 3PP, TW9 3QD, TW9 3PZ, TW9 3BF, TW9 3QA, TW9 3PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TW9 3QB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 51.4% | 53.2% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 48.6% | 46.8% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 43.2% | 38.8% | -4.4% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.9% | 43.9% | 6.0% | 44.2% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 11.1% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 3.8% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (88.5%) 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 | 57.1% | 61.3% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 12.9% |
| Good health | 29.7% | 27.2% | -2.5% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 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 3QB this area, 7.9% 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 65.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -10.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 8.2% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 1.7% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 11.3% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.6% | 65.1% | 11.5% | 33.8% | 31.3% |
| Other | 10.4% | 2.4% | -8.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 3.6% | -1.2% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 85% | 78.7% | -6.3% | 81.4% | -2.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 62.8% 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 | 76.6% | 62.8% | -13.8% | 83.2% | -20.4% |
| European Union | 5.1% | 9.4% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 0.8% | 4.0% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 5.7% | 1.2% | 2.7% | 3.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.3% | 7.9% | -1.4% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 7.6% | 5.8% | 1.3% | 6.3% |
| Oceania | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.3% | 62.5% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -20.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.5% | 16.8% | 12.3% | 9.8% | 7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6% | 7.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.4% | 6.9% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.8% | 6.3% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Turkey | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 2.4% | 13.5% | -11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Not answered | 10.9% | 6.0% | 4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Approach was 254.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 249.1% higher than the Kew average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Station Approach has the 2nd highest crime rate of 68 local areas in Kew and the 22nd highest crime rate of 591 local areas in Richmond upon Thames .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Station Approach, Richmond, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2022-09-30 | £763,495 |
| 8 Station Approach, Richmond, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £20,000 | 2018-03-06 | £21,416 |
| 20 Station Approach, Richmond, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £582,750 | 2016-12-20 | £624,012 |
| 10 Station Approach, Richmond, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £1,550,000 | 2016-05-06 | £1,627,831 |
| 20 Station Approach, Richmond, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2012-03-19 | £568,780 |
TW9 3QB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% 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.
TW9 3QB 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Other | 21 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windham Nursery School Windham Road , TW9 2HP | 4out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Acton Childrens Centre Castle Close , Acton W3 8RX | 4out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maples Nursery School and Children's Centre East Churchfield Road , Acton W3 7LL | 2out of 4 | 4,235 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastwood Nursery School 168 Roehampton Lane , SW15 4EU | 4out of 4 | 4,348 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vanessa Nursery School 14 Cathnor Road , W12 9JA | 4out of 4 | 4,884 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's Church of England Primary School Cumberland Road , Kew TW9 3HJ | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's CofE Junior School Cumberland Road , Kew TW9 3HJ | - not rated | 431 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen's CofE Infant School Cumberland Road , Kew TW9 3HJ | - not rated | 431 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kew Riverside Primary School 37 Courtlands Avenue , TW9 4ES | 3out of 4 | 807 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darell Primary and Nursery School Niton Road , TW9 4LH | 3out of 4 | 1,074 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 | 3,047 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Acton Green County First and Middle School Beaumont Road , W4 5AW | - not rated | 3,349 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fielding Middle School Wyndham Road , Ealing W13 9TE | - not rated | 3,882 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Derwentwater Middle School Shakespeare Road , Acton W3 6SA | - not rated | 4,122 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Middle School Oaklands Road , Hanwell W7 2DP | - not rated | 4,793 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentford School for Girls 5 Boston Manor Road , TW8 0PG | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Brentford School for Girls 5 Boston Manor Road , TW8 0PG | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Chiswick School Burlington Lane , Chiswick W4 3UN | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chiswick Community School Burlington Lane , Chiswick W4 3UN | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ's Church of England Comprehensive Secondary School Queens Road , TW10 6HW | 3out of 4 | 2,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | - | Mixed | 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 | 2,050 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richmond Adult Community College Parkshot , TW9 2RE | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ealing Tertiary College Acton Centre , Mill Hill Road W3 8UX | - not rated | 3,678 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Thames College London Road , TW7 4HS | - not rated | 4,272 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TBAP 16-19 Academic AP Academy Finlay Street , SW6 6HB | - not rated | 5,027 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | 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 | 3,987 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broomfield House School Broomfield Road , Kew Gardens TW9 3HS | - not rated | 228 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kew College 24-26 Cumberland Road , Richmond TW9 3HQ | - not rated | 373 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unicorn School 238 Kew Road , TW9 3JX | - not rated | 381 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kew Green Preparatory School Layton House , Ferry Lane TW9 3AF | - not rated | 1,054 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Falcons Pre-Preparatory Chiswick 2 Burnaby Gardens , Chiswick W4 3DT | - not rated | 1,557 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PizzaExpress | 10 Station Approach, Kew | 24 yd | |
| GAIL'S Kew | 11-13 Station Parade, Kew | 26 yd | |
| Starbucks Coffee Co | 7 Station Parade, Kew | 35 yd | |
| The Kew Greenhouse | 1 Station Parade, Kew | 59 yd | |
| Cafe Torelli | 3 Royal Parade, Kew | 71 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach & Horses | The Coach And Horses, 8 Kew Green | 752 yd | |
| The Greyhound | 82 Kew Green, Kew | 931 yd | |
| The Cricketers | 79 Kew Green, Kew | 984 yd | |
| The Bulls Head | The Bulls Head, Strand-On-The-Green | 1,007 yd | |
| City Barge | Flat, The City Barge, 27 Strand-On-The-Green | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kew Fish Bar | 114 North Road, Kew | 98 yd | |
| Kew Gardens Chinese Takeaway | 108 North Road, Kew | 149 yd | |
| The Original Maids of Honour Ltd | Street Record, Bessant Drive | 540 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Winefride'S Catholic Church ST WINEFRIDES RC CHURCH ST WINEFRIDES RC CHURCH LEYBORNE PARK | 161 yd | |
| Pensford Tennis Club PENSFORD AVENUE | tennis courts | 431 yd |
| Kew Community Centre THE AVENUE | 521 yd | |
| North Sheen Recreation Ground DANCER ROAD | grass pitches | 886 yd |
| Kew Cricket Club KEW GREEN | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Westerly Ware THETIS TERRACE | tennis courts | 1,011 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 | 9.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 9.1% |
| 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 | 50.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.11 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.