Kingston upon Thames rental market report
A data-led look at the Kingston upon Thames rental market — rents, yields, demand and the trends shaping Greater London.
Kingston upon Thames at a glance
The Kingston upon Thames rental market in Greater London is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,625 pcm and rents up roughly 6.7% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across KT1, KT2.
Average rent
£1,625 pcm
Average price
£533,000
Gross yield
5.4%
Rent growth (1yr)
+6.7%
Tenant demand
High
Avg. void period
23 days
Average rents by property type
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £665 | £7,980 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,266 | £15,192 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,583 | £18,996 |
| 3-bed house | £2,026 | £24,312 |
| 4-bed house | £2,612 | £31,344 |
Demand insights
Tenant demand in Kingston upon Thames is currently high. Well-presented, compliant homes typically let within 23 days, and verified tenants on DR Rent are matched to suitable Kingston upon Thames properties as soon as they list.
Market trends
- Rents in Kingston upon Thames are up around 6.7% year on year.
- Average property prices have changed by about 1.8% over 12 months.
- High demand is keeping average void periods near 23 days.
- Compliance standards under the Renters' Rights Act are reshaping the Greater London market.
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