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Property investment stats for Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey

A complete guide to property investment in Kingston Upon Thames.

Last updated: 18 September 2025

Investment summary

Kingston Upon Thames offers investors a blend of stability and rental demand, with the area’s appeal underpinned by a high proportion of professionals, managers and a particularly strong student presence. The private rented sector is in the 85th percentile nationally, suggesting a robust market for landlords. Average rental yields are currently 5.4%, which is competitive for London. However, recent capital growth over the past year has changed by -8.8%, hinting at some short-term volatility.

The median price per square foot sits at £669 per sq ft, and the price-to-income ratio is 7.7, both reflecting affordability levels that are typical for this part of London. With annual sales at 636 and properties spending a median of 66 days on the market, liquidity is reasonable for London standards.

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Key investment stats for Kingston Upon Thames

Median price per sq ft

£669 / sq ft

Average rental yield

5.4%

Capital growth (1y)

-8.8%

Sales in past year

636

* Property stats calculated for last full calendar year (2024).

Live property stats in Kingston Upon Thames

Live prices in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey

* Extreme prices clipped for legibility

Properties for sale

Median price

£577,500

25% of properties below...

£395,000

75% of properties below...

£1,042,500

Most expensive property

£10,900,000

Live listings

620

Median days on market

66

Should you invest in Kingston Upon Thames?

Opportunities

  • The area’s strong student and young professional population in the 94th and 93rd percentiles respectively creates consistent rental demand, supporting the current average rental yield of 5.4%.
  • The top-yielding postcode district offers a yield of 5.5%, which stands out in the local context for those seeking income-focused investments.
  • With a high private rented housing percentile and a relatively rapid median time to sell of 66 days, investors can expect steady tenant turnover and reasonable sales liquidity.

Risks

  • Capital growth over the past year has changed by -8.8%, so investors should be prepared for potential short-term price fluctuations.
  • The price-to-income ratio of 7.7 may limit future capital appreciation, as affordability constraints could dampen demand from buyers.
  • The gap between achieved and asking prices, at £12,500 (the typical achieved discount), may require investors to be flexible on pricing when selling.

Outlook

In the next 12 months, Kingston Upon Thames is likely to remain attractive to renters, especially students and young professionals, given the area’s demographics and the private rented sector’s strength in the 85th percentile. Rental yields at 5.4% are likely to provide a buffer against any short-term price changes, especially with continued tenant demand.

Affordability, as measured by a price-to-income ratio of 7.7 and a rent-to-income ratio of 31.9%, will continue to shape the market. Investors should expect steady rental demand but should also watch for ongoing pricing pressures. Liquidity should remain reasonable, with properties spending a median of 66 days on the market. Overall, the area’s stability and demographic profile suggest Kingston Upon Thames will continue to appeal to long-term investors who value income and resilience.

Live properties in Kingston Upon Thames

Investment properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey

3 bedroom maisonette for sale
56% below median price

£690,000

3 bedroom maisonette for sale

3A Brunswick Road, Kingston upon Th...

Properties needing refurbishment in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Needs Refurb
1 bedroom apartment for sale
15% below median price

£235,000

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Coombe Road, Kingston Upon Thames

Priced to sell properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Priced to Sell
2 bedroom flat for sale
On market for 178 days

£445,000

2 bedroom flat for sale

Alexandra Road, Kingston Upon Thame...

Slow to sell properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Slow to Sell
3 bedroom flat for sale
Reduced by 22%

£325,000 - Guide Price

3 bedroom flat for sale

High Street, Hampton Wick, KT1

Big price drop properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Big Price Drop
5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale
High yield opportunity

£830,000

5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Carlisle Close, Kingston upon Thame...

HMO properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
HMO
6 bedroom house for sale
7,036 sq ft

£5,650,000

6 bedroom house for sale

Coombe Park, Kingston upon Thames, ...

Properties with planning granted in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Planning Granted
1 bedroom house boat for sale
61% below median price

£84,950 - Guide Price

1 bedroom house boat for sale

Lower Teddington Road, Teddington, ...

Low price-per-sq-ft properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Low Price per Sq Ft
1 bedroom apartment for sale
64% below median price

£140,000 - Guide Price

1 bedroom apartment for sale

Flat 12 Magnum House, 164 London Ro...

Auction properties in Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey
Auction

Achieved vs asking prices

Key takeaway: Balanced market

On average, properties sell slightly below asking; careful comp analysis is key.

Headline stats

• Median discount: £12,500

• 1 in 4 properties sell at > £30,000 below asking

• 1 in 10 properties sell at > £62,000 below asking

In percentage terms:

• Median discount of 2.5%

• 25% of properties discounted by > 4.7%

• 10% of properties discounted by > 6.7%

Best places to invest in Kingston Upon Thames

Top postcodes for rental yield and (annualised) capital growth

Rank
Postcode
Yield
Capital growth
Median £/sq ft
1KT25.5%1.8%£703 / sq ft
2SW155.2%0.6%£750 / sq ft
3KT15.2%0.8%£643 / sq ft

Data sources

GeoGlider calculates property investment stats by blending official and proprietary datasets. Here's a quick overview of key sources and how we use them:

  • HM Land Registry: Property transaction and sold-price records for England & Wales used to calculate historical capital growth, price levels and comparables.

  • Office for National Statistics (ONS): Demographic and economic indicators for the UK, including Census 2021, supporting area profiling and market context.

  • Ordnance Survey: Authoritative UK geospatial data powering accurate boundaries, roads and terrain for mapping and spatial analysis.

  • GeoProp: Our proprietary AI pipeline that processes millions of property listings to extract rich features and live market signals.

  • Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities: Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) scores and property floor areas.

  • HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC): Household income and employment data to understand local affordability and economic conditions.

Data is updated continuously, matched across sources and rigorously validated.