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Location in Greater LondonBarwell sits where the marker shows within the county.

22,805
Population
8,229
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£83,645
Avg. household income
876
Businesses
2,272
People per km²
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About Barwell

Barwell is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the KT9 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Chessington and Claygate.

Around 22,805 people live in Barwell, at a broadly suburban density. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Barwell sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Barwell

Families in Barwell have access to 224 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barwell

Homes sell for an average of £457K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £434K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barwell

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barwell, with 103 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barwell

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barwell among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Barwell

There are 47 GP surgeries within three miles of Barwell, the nearest being Hook Surgery (160 yards away).

Local Data for Barwell

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Property Prices 2,349 sales

Average Price £457K
£3K , £21.25M
Detached £612K 157
Semi £492K 729
Terraced £434K 914
Flat £282K 467

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

112 Primary
24 Secondary
88 Other
Good 4

Ofsted ratings for schools in the KT9 postcode area.

St Philip's School Not applicable Good 0.1 miles Chessington School Secondary 0.2 miles Ellingham Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles West Chessington Children's Centre 0.4 miles Lovelace Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Mary's CofE (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Chessington Children's Centre 0.9 miles Castle Hill Primary School Primary 0.9 miles St Paul's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Claygate & Oxshott Sure Start Children's Centre 1.1 miles Rowan Preparatory School Not applicable 1.3 miles Southborough High School Secondary Good 1.3 miles

Household Income in Barwell ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barwell is approximately £83,645 a year before tax, 51% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,263. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barwell £83,645
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,263.

Businesses in Barwell ONS 2025

There are approximately 876 active businesses based in Barwell, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 15 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

876 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barwell IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barwell experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
6/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
8/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 16%
4,543 Children (0-15) 20%
14,690 Working Age 64%
3,573 Older (65+) 16%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.9% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barwell 426 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barwell are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 145
Anti-Social Behaviour 103
Vehicle Crime 49
Other Theft 32
Public Order 28
Shoplifting 19
Burglary 14
Drugs 8
Other Crime 7
Robbery 6
Bicycle Theft 5
Criminal Damage & Arson 5
Weapons 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Metropolitan Chessington South and Malden Rushett Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Chessington South Train Station 0.3 miles
Chessington North Train Station 0.7 miles
Claygate Train Station 1.5 miles
Tolworth Train Station 2 miles
Esher Train Station 2.3 miles
Thames Ditton Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Chessington 0.6 miles Claygate 0.6 miles Hook 0.9 miles Malden Rushett 1.2 miles Tolworth 1.8 miles Hinchley Wood 1.8 miles West Ewell 1.9 miles Esher 2 miles Southborough 2 miles Long Ditton 2 miles Giggshill 2 miles Weston Green 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Kingston upon Thames
County Surrey
Ward Hook & Chessington North
Constituency Kingston and Surbiton
Parish Kingston upon Thames, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Barwell

Of the 8,687 households in and around Barwell, 74% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 74% Social rented 11% Private rented 15%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barwell.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barwell

What is the population of Barwell?
Barwell has a population of approximately 22,805 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barwell?
The average property in and around Barwell sold for about £456,954, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barwell a deprived area?
Barwell sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barwell?
Barwell is covered by the KT9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barwell?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barwell, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barwell?
The nearest railway station to Barwell is Chessington South Train Station, about 0.3 miles away.

Streets in KT9 30 shown View all streets

A243 2 Albury Road 1 Almshouse Lane 1 Angus Close 3 Arcade Parade 2 Argent Court 1 Arnold Drive 1 Ashby Avenue 2 Ashcroft Road 1 Ashlyns Way 2 Babbacombe Close 1 Bailey Crescent 1 Barwell Lane 2 Beechcroft Road 1 Benham Close 1 Beverley Close 1 Billockby Close 1 Bolton Close 2 Bolton Road 2 Bramham Gardens 1 Bransby Road 2 Bridge Road 6 Buckland Road 2 Burton Close 1 Byhurst Farm 1 Carlton Close 1 Cecil Close 2 Cedarcroft Road 2 Chalky Lane 1 Chantry Road 8

Postcodes in KT9 50 shown View all postcodes

KT9 1AA KT9 1AB KT9 1AE KT9 1AF KT9 1AG KT9 1AH KT9 1AJ KT9 1AL KT9 1AN KT9 1AQ KT9 1AR KT9 1AS KT9 1AT KT9 1AU KT9 1AW KT9 1AX KT9 1AY KT9 1AZ KT9 1BA KT9 1BB KT9 1BD KT9 1BE KT9 1BF KT9 1BH KT9 1BJ KT9 1BL KT9 1BN KT9 1BP KT9 1BS KT9 1BT KT9 1BU KT9 1BW KT9 1BX KT9 1BY KT9 1BZ KT9 1DA KT9 1DB KT9 1DD KT9 1DE KT9 1DF KT9 1DJ KT9 1DN KT9 1DP KT9 1DQ KT9 1DR KT9 1DU KT9 1DW KT9 1DX KT9 1DY KT9 1DZ