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Area guide · Elmbridge

Living in Walton-on-Thames

A snapshot of life in Walton-on-Thames, South East — house prices, crime, schools, broadband and more, drawn straight from official UK datasets.

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At a glance

Walton-on-Thames is a town in Elmbridge, South East with a population of 27,016. The average house price is £421,083 and the overall crime rate is 51.2 per 1,000 residents.

Where Walton-on-Thames ranks

Population

27,016

Avg House Price

£421,083

Crime Rate

51.2/1k

Top-Two School Inspection Bands

100%

Avg Download Speed

458 Mbps

EPC Rating

C

Median Income

£39,479

Median Age

43.3

House Prices (2025)

Average Price by Property Type (2025)

Walton On Thames's detached homes (£768,746) command roughly 2.8× the price of a flat (£275,473).

Price Trend (11 Years)

Walton On Thames prices have risen 3% over the last 9 years (£408,237 → £421,083).

Property TypeAverageMedianSales Count
Detached£768,746£597,500136
Semi-Detached£441,142£395,000199
Terraced£278,509£178,500214
Flat£275,473£285,000133

Crime & safety

The overall crime rate in Walton-on-Thames is 51.2 per 1,000 residents.

Crime Rate by Category (per 1,000 residents)

Most common offence in Walton On Thames: violent crime (38% of all recorded crimes).

Schools & Education

School Inspection Breakdown

100% of 4 schools (3 primary, 1 secondary) sit in the top two inspection bands.

School Details

Total Schools4
Primary3
Secondary1
% Top two bands100%

Schools in this area

SchoolPhaseRating
Ashley Church of England Primary SchoolPrimaryGood
Grovelands Primary SchoolPrimaryGood
Heathside Walton-on-ThamesSecondaryNo rating available
Walton Oak Primary SchoolPrimaryGood

Broadband & Connectivity

Walton On Thames averages 458 Mbps — 358% above the typical UK download speed.

Energy Efficiency & Running Costs

Most Walton On Thames homes sit at band C on the EPC scale. 61.2% of homes reach band C or above.

Average EPC RatingC
Average EPC Score69.7
% Rated C or Above61.2%
Avg Energy Cost (per year)£1,212

Demographics & Economy

Population27,016
Median Age43.3
Median Household Income£39,479
Employment Rate61.7%
Owner Occupied69.7%
Degree-Level Qualified42.9%

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in Walton On Thames?
The average house price in Walton On Thames is £421,083 based on Land Registry sales in 2025.
What is the cheapest type of property to buy in Walton On Thames?
The most affordable entry point in Walton On Thames is a flat, with an average price of £275,473.
Is Walton On Thames a safe place to live?
Walton On Thames has a recorded crime rate of 51.2 per 1,000 residents. Whether that feels "safe" depends on the comparison — see how it stacks up against nearby towns in the rankings below.
How are the schools in Walton On Thames?
Walton On Thames has 4 schools in total, with 100% rated in the top two inspection bands by the relevant inspectorate.
What broadband speeds are available in Walton On Thames?
Average broadband download speeds in Walton On Thames are around 458 Mbps. Superfast (30 Mbps+) coverage reaches 98.4% of premises.
How big is Walton On Thames?
Walton On Thames is a settlement in Elmbridge with a population of approximately 27,016.

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