School Catchments and House Prices in Raynes Park
In the Raynes Park area, 4 schools were graded Good at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024), and none Outstanding.
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In the Raynes Park area, 4 schools were graded Good at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024), and none Outstanding.
What school demand does to Raynes Park asking prices
Concentrated demand is what a price premium actually is.
The local benchmark is £700,000 and a detached home averages £925,000.
Ofsted ratings across the Raynes Park area
The commercial page for this town sets out the introduction itself: Mortgage advice in Raynes Park.
Why an in catchment listing can still miss
A house advertised as in catchment may not be next year. The local council publishes last year's furthest distance offered for each school. Ask for that figure in writing before you offer.
Ratings age too. An Outstanding judgement can be several years old, and inspections since September 2024 report differently. Read the current report rather than the agent's summary of it.
The detail behind the Raynes Park numbers
The schools families ask about here are Raynes Park High School, Hollymount School, West Wimbledon Primary School and Joseph Hood Primary School. 4 local schools were graded Good or Outstanding at their last graded Ofsted inspection (before September 2024). Ratings age between inspections, so read the latest report before you rely on one.
On getting about: Raynes Park to London Waterloo takes about 20 min.
By price, Raynes Park ranks 120 of the 320 London locations we cover, at £700,000 against a county average of £732,469. Band D council tax here is £2,141, against an average of £2,121 across the county locations we cover.
How Raynes Park scores for different buyers
Raynes Park is a leafy, residential, family-friendly commuter suburb.
The full local guide covers schools, transport and the market in detail: Raynes Park property and area guide.
| Who it suits | Out of five | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Families | ★★★★★ | Good local schools (Raynes Park High, Hollymount, West Wimbledon and Joseph Hood are all Good), leafy residential streets, Cottenham Park and Wimbledon and Cannon Hill Commons make this a strong, settled family suburb. |
| Commuters | ★★★★★ | Fast, frequent South Western Railway trains into London Waterloo in around 20 minutes, and Wimbledon's District line one stop away, make Raynes Park a strong commuter base for central London and the City. |
| Upsizers | ★★★★☆ | Larger Edwardian and 1930s houses, and premium detached homes around Cottenham Park, give real family space and gardens, at a premium, but with schools, commons and a fast commute. |
| Professionals | ★★★★☆ | A fast Waterloo commute, leafy streets and easy A3 access suit professionals wanting space and a quick route into town, if not a lively town-centre buzz. |
| First-time buyers | ★★★☆☆ | Purpose-built and converted flats near the station (often around £400,000 to £550,000) offer a way into a leafy, well-connected suburb, but house prices are firmly at premium London levels. |
Families
People wanting good schools, leafy streets and green commons with a fast commute, Raynes Park High (Good), Hollymount, West Wimbledon and Joseph Hood (Good primaries), Cottenham Park, and Wimbledon and Cannon Hill Commons, with fast trains into Waterloo.
Commuters
People wanting a quick, reliable train into town, Waterloo in around 20 minutes, Clapham Junction in about ten, and Wimbledon's Tube one stop away, in a leafy, settled suburb.
Upsizers
People wanting a larger house and garden, handsome Edwardian and 1930s homes, and premium detached houses around Cottenham Park, with schools, commons and a fast commute, at a premium.
Raynes Park is known locally for Wimbledon Common & the Windmill, and Wimbledon Common. Wimbledon Common and the historic Wimbledon Windmill Museum close by, over 1,100 acres of open common and a much-loved local landmark.
Practical detail for Raynes Park: the SW20 postcode district, Raynes Park (South Western Railway), fast trains to Waterloo ~20 min; junction for Epsom/Chessington/Dorking lines; Wimbledon (District line) one stop away and nearest A and E is St George's Hospital, Tooting, or Kingston Hospital (a drive), verify with NHS.
Raynes Park at a glance
| School | What to check before you offer |
|---|---|
| Raynes Park High School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| Hollymount School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| West Wimbledon Primary School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
| Joseph Hood Primary School | Confirm last year's furthest offer distance, then read the current report. |
Figures are local averages used for illustration. Confirm your own numbers before acting on them.
Ask about Raynes Park
Three details is all we need. You are told before anything is passed to a partner firm.
Your checklist
- Last year's furthest offer distance, in writing from the council
- The current Ofsted report, not a remembered rating
- Whether a sibling policy is applied before distance
- £70,000 of deposit at 10% on the local average, before fees
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Check broadband before you make an offer in Raynes Park
Broadband speeds can vary street by street in Raynes Park, so check the exact address before you commit. Ofcom's free checker shows which broadband speeds and mobile coverage are available at any UK property.
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