Moving to Leatherhead (KT23)

Surrey · Mole Valley

Planning a move to KT23? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Leatherhead area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Leatherhead. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Leatherhead

Based on 167 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in KT23 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£700,000
Average Price (all types)£739,483

By Property Type

Detached£840,000 (98 sales)
Semi-Detached£595,000 (33 sales)
Terraced£415,000 (15 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£255,000 (13 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Leatherhead

Leatherhead recorded 74% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district — indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

KT23 Total Crimes (13 months)680
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average74% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences269 (71% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour116 (73% below avg)
Public Order55 (70% below avg)
Vehicle Crime31 (77% below avg)
Shoplifting29 (87% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson56 (71% below avg)
Burglary29 (70% below avg)
Other Theft51 (71% below avg)
Drugs22 (76% below avg)
Robbery3 (92% below avg)
Bicycle Theft2 (91% below avg)
Possession of Weapons5 (81% below avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Leatherhead

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Leatherhead, council tax is managed by Mole Valley. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1679.91
B£40,001 – £52,000£1959.89
C£52,001 – £68,000£2239.88
D£68,001 – £88,000£2519.86
E£88,001 – £120,000£3079.83
F£120,001 – £160,000£3639.80
G£160,001 – £320,000£4199.77
H£320,001+£5039.72

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Leatherhead

48.2 / 100 — This convenience score reflects how well-served the KT23 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population — giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)6

Green Spaces in Leatherhead

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in KT23 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

84% of residential postcodes in KT23 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Leatherhead

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the KT23 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted — the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Leatherhead

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for KT23 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

42.4 / 100 — Overall broadband quality score for the KT23 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)97.2%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)78.5%
Gigabit capable78.5%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Leatherhead

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for KT23 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be — which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandD
Median EPC score68
Total rated properties2450

Homes in KT23 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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