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Surbiton Area Guide

Surbiton is a popular South West London suburb known for its leafy streets, spacious homes and fast rail connections.

About Surbiton

Surbiton offers a balance of suburban living and convenient access to central London, making it appealing to commuters, couples and families looking for an established neighbourhood. Its town centre has a practical mix of shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday services, while Maple Road is known for its independent businesses and places to eat.

Residential streets feature Victorian and Edwardian houses alongside flats and modern homes. The Thames provides opportunities for riverside walks, and nearby parks offer space to spend time outdoors. Surbiton railway station provides direct services into London, making the area a practical choice for those commuting to the capital while enjoying a more suburban pace of life.

Highlights

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National Rail links

family

Popular with families

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London Commuter belt

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Riverside

Thai Restaurant
4.5

Nay Thai

Thai a la carte and express lunches are served in this compact restaurant with ethnic wood carvings.
Persian Restaurant
4.8

Bamanoosh Persian Kitchen

Mediterranean Restaurant
4.6

Megan's at the Post Office Restaurant (Surbiton)

Surbiton station provides frequent National Rail services to London Waterloo, with local bus routes connecting surrounding neighbourhoods.

Nearby Stations

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Available Properties in Surbiton

Properties include victorian and edwardian houses, semi-detached family homes, maisonettes and modern apartments.

Properties for sale

Green spaces

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Victoria Recreation Ground
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Alexandra Park
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Kingston Riverside

Schools in Surbiton

Primary schools

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Christ Church CofE Primary School

Voluntary aided school

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Dysart School

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Secondary schools

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Dysart School

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Shrewsbury House School

Other independent school

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Southborough High School

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Local Offices

Kingston
Kingston

28-30 Castle Street,
KT1 1SS

Council Tax in Surbiton

Surbiton falls under Kingston Upon Thames Council

BandAnnual council tax
A£1,766
B£2,060
C£2,355
D£2,649
E£3,238
F£3,827
G£4,415
H£5,299

Indicative rates for 2026/2027

Property market in Surbiton

Explore property prices, rental trends and housing market data for Surbiton, including recent sales performance and average rental values.


Average Sold Price

£627K

Average Flat Price

£411K

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Frequently Asked Questions

Surbiton is in South West London, within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. The area sits beside the River Thames and is close to Kingston, Berrylands, Tolworth, Long Ditton and Thames Ditton.

Surbiton is within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames. The wider area includes neighbourhoods such as Berrylands, Southborough and Tolworth, with the River Thames and Kingston town centre nearby.

Surbiton is primarily covered by the KT6 postcode district, which includes Surbiton town centre, Surbiton Hill, Southborough and parts of Berrylands. Nearby KT5 and KT7 postcodes cover neighbouring areas including Tolworth and Thames Ditton.

Surbiton is a popular South West London neighbourhood known for its excellent rail connections, attractive residential streets, green spaces and riverside setting. Surbiton Hill and Southborough are particularly popular for family homes, while the town centre offers cafés, restaurants, shops and convenient transport. The area appeals to commuters who want more space while retaining fast access to central London.

Surbiton is best known for its fast rail connections to London Waterloo, attractive residential streets and location close to the River Thames. Surbiton town centre provides a lively mix of shops, cafés and restaurants, while nearby areas such as Surbiton Hill, Claremont Gardens and the riverside offer quieter surroundings and green space.

Property prices in Surbiton vary according to location, property type, size and proximity to the station. Surbiton Hill and Southborough are particularly sought after for larger Victorian and Edwardian houses, while apartments and maisonettes are available closer to the town centre. See the latest house prices in Surbiton to explore property prices and the local market.

Surbiton offers Victorian and Edwardian houses, period conversions, maisonettes, purpose-built flats and modern apartments. Larger family homes are particularly common around Surbiton Hill and Southborough, while flats close to Surbiton station are popular with commuters. Browse properties to rent or properties for sale.

Browse the latest properties to rent in Surbiton, including one and two-bedroom flats, period conversions, maisonettes and larger family homes. Rental properties are available around Surbiton town centre, Surbiton Hill, Southborough and Berrylands.

Explore the latest properties for sale, including Victorian and Edwardian houses, period flats, maisonettes and modern apartments. Family-sized homes are particularly sought after around Surbiton Hill and Southborough, while properties close to the station offer convenient access to central London.

Surbiton station is the main railway station serving the area and provides frequent National Rail services to London Waterloo, with direct journeys into central London. Berrylands and Tolworth stations provide additional services for parts of the wider area.

Surbiton and the surrounding Kingston area have a wide choice of primary and secondary schools, making the neighbourhood popular with families. Residential areas including Surbiton Hill, Southborough and Berrylands offer access to schools as well as parks, playing fields and riverside walks.

Surbiton is served by local estate and letting agents, including Foxtons, offering advice on buying, selling, renting and letting across Surbiton, Surbiton Hill, Southborough and nearby neighbourhoods. Visit the Foxtons Surbiton estate agents for local property advice.

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