Epsom, Surrey KT18
Property prices, crime rates, traffic levels and market trends for Epsom, Surrey (KT18). Everything you need to judge whether it's the right place to live.
About Epsom, Surrey
Epsom offers a pleasant blend of town and country living. Its proximity to the Epsom Downs Racecourse provides a vibrant atmosphere, especially during the Derby, but also means year-round activity and open spaces are readily available. The town itself has a good selection of shops and restaurants, though some may find the choice limited compared to larger towns. While the Downs offer extensive walking and recreational opportunities, the town centre itself can feel somewhat spread out, with some areas lacking immediate amenities. In short, Epsom suits those who appreciate a balance between a lively event scene and a more tranquil, less densely populated environment. The area surrounding the town centre is mostly residential, with a mixture of housing types catering to a range of lifestyles.
Property Prices in Epsom, Surrey
Median sale prices by property type, based on HM Land Registry transactions.
The typical property in Epsom, Surrey now sells for £566,300, up 5.5% from last year.
Median Price Trend
Median sale price by year, compared to Surrey and national figures.
Annual Price Growth
Property values in Epsom, Surrey are growing steadily, 0.2% above the Surrey area average.
Values are growing slightly faster than the Surrey average, indicating a healthy local market.
Market Activity (YoY)
The market in Epsom, Surrey is moderately active, showing 3.1% more sales than the Surrey area average.
The market is somewhat quieter than the Surrey average, which could mean less competition.
Crime & Safety
Recorded incidents per 1,000 households, compared to county and national averages.
Other
77% above the national average.
Property Crime
68% above the national average.
Public Order
170% above the national average.
Theft
180% above the national average.
Violent Crime
68% above the national average.
Getting Around
Public transport in Epsom, Surrey is primarily served by Southern trains. The area has two stations: Epsom Downs and Tattenham Corner. Epsom Downs station offers a half-hourly service to London Victoria via Sutton, providing a relatively frequent connection to the capital, although this improved only recently (May 2018). Tattenham Corner station, while closer to the racecourse, offers a less frequent service, with only two trains per hour off-peak, reducing to hourly on Sundays. For some journeys to London Bridge, a change of trains may be necessary at a connecting station. This means commuting from Epsom can be convenient but may involve less frequent services depending on the station used and the time of day or week. While direct services to London are available, the frequency may not be as high as some other commuter areas, especially during off-peak hours and weekends.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are average house prices in Epsom, Surrey?
The median price across the most common property types is around £335,733, based on HM Land Registry data.
Is Epsom, Surrey a safe place to live?
Property crime here runs 68% above the national average, based on police.uk data. See the crime section above for the full breakdown by category.
Are property prices in Epsom, Surrey rising?
Prices have grown 2.9% annually here, compared to 3.3% nationally.
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Data sources
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Source: HM Land Registry licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Contains Royal Mail data © Royal Mail copyright and database right 2026. Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Crime data sourced from police.uk and updated monthly.
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.