Leatherhead, Surrey KT24
Property prices, crime rates, traffic levels and market trends for Leatherhead, Surrey (KT24). Everything you need to judge whether it's the right place to live.
About Leatherhead, Surrey
Leatherhead, nestled in Surrey, offers a blend of town and country living. The town has a good range of shops and amenities, making day-to-day life comfortable. There are nice green spaces around, offering opportunities for outdoor activities and walks, including the nearby Sheepleas. However, Leatherhead can feel quite busy, especially during peak hours, and some may find it lacking in vibrant nightlife or cultural attractions compared to larger towns and cities. While generally considered a safe area, like any town, it's not immune to petty crime. Overall, Leatherhead provides a balanced environment with convenient amenities and access to nature.
Property Prices in Leatherhead, Surrey
Median sale prices by property type, based on HM Land Registry transactions.
The typical property in Leatherhead, Surrey now sells for £850,000, down 0.3% from last year.
Median Price Trend
Median sale price by year, compared to Surrey and national figures.
Annual Price Growth
Property values in Leatherhead, 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)
Leatherhead, Surrey has balanced market activity, close to Surrey area averages.
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% below the national average.
Property Crime
61% below the national average.
Public Order
81% below the national average.
Theft
74% below the national average.
Violent Crime
78% below the national average.
Getting Around
Leatherhead itself doesn't have a railway station, but Effingham Junction and Horsley stations are nearby, on the New Guildford Line which may be an option if you were to live in that area. South Western Railway operate the majority of train services, but Southern also provide some services during peak hours. From Effingham Junction and Horsley which are close to Leatherhead, the typical off-peak service is 3 trains per hour to London Waterloo, and 3 trains per hour to Guildford. However, only 2 of the London trains run via Cobham, with 1 running via Epsom, with services increasing to 4tph in peak hours. Both stations have parking, and a bicycle storage facility at Effingham Junction, however step-free access is only available to the Guildford bound platform at Effingham Junction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are average house prices in Leatherhead, Surrey?
The median price across the most common property types is around £1,162,344, based on HM Land Registry data.
Is Leatherhead, Surrey a safe place to live?
Property crime here runs 61% below the national average, based on police.uk data. See the crime section above for the full breakdown by category.
Are property prices in Leatherhead, 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.