Epsom and Ewell
§ This page gives an overview of the Epsom and Ewell local authority district, bringing together key facts, maps, and data to help you quickly understand the area. This is one of 361 LAD profiles on Baseview.
Overview ⁞ Epsom and Ewell is a small Surrey district known for Epsom Downs Racecourse, home of the Derby, and the chalk landscapes of the North Downs. Epsom town has a historic market square, parks, and links to its spa heritage, while Ewell is a large village with traditional streets and green spaces. The Hogsmill River flows through, with meadows, commons, and chalk streams shaping the countryside. The area is marked by a blend of suburban centres, historic racecourse, and natural landscapes.
Epsom and Ewell Boundary Map
This map shows the official boundary of the Epsom and Ewell local authority district, based on the latest geographic data published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). It provides a clear view of the district’s extent and helps you understand how the area fits within the wider regional and national landscape.
Contains OS data © Crown copyright and database right 2025. Source: Office for National Statistics licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
The administrative boundary of Epsom and Ewell can also be viewed on OpenStreetMap: District Boundary of Epsom and Ewell.
Key Facts about Epsom and Ewell
What region are Epsom and Ewell in? Epsom and Ewell are in the South East of England, a region within the UK.
What county is Epsom and Ewell in? Epsom and Ewell is located in the county of Surrey.
Is Epsom and Ewell a city? No, Epsom and Ewell is not a city. (Note: the UK has 76 officially designated cities.)
Who governs Epsom and Ewell? The local authority for this district is: Epsom & Ewell Borough Council - responsible for district-level services. Since Surrey is a two-tier area, county-level services are handled by: Surrey County Council.
▶ Official website of Epsom & Ewell Borough Council 🔗 epsom-ewell.gov.uk
Which police force covers Epsom and Ewell? Policing in Epsom and Ewell is provided by Surrey Police 🔗 surrey.police.uk, which serves 11 local authority districts: Elmbridge ⁞ Epsom and Ewell ⁞ Guildford ⁞ Mole Valley ⁞ Reigate and Banstead ⁞ Runnymede ⁞ Spelthorne ⁞ Surrey Heath ⁞ Tandridge ⁞ Waverley ⁞ Woking.
Constituencies in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell is divided into 1 parliamentary constituencies, listed below in alphabetical order.
A constituency is a specific geographical area that elects one Member of Parliament (MP) to represent them in the House of Commons. The United Kingdom is divided into 650 parliamentary constituencies. We have this list page for easy browsing of all UK parliamentary constituencies: List of Constituencies.
Wards in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell is divided into 14 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Auriol
- College
- Court
- Cuddington
- Ewell Court
- Ewell Village
- Horton
- Nonsuch
- Ruxley
- Stamford
- Stoneleigh
- Town
- West Ewell
- Woodcote & Langley Vale
In the UK, a ward is a subdivision of a local authority area, used mainly for electoral and statistical purposes. Defined by the ONS, wards represent the primary unit for local elections, each returning one or more councillors to the local council. Wards are also used as a key geography for presenting population and census data. We have this list page for easy browsing of all electoral wards: List of all Electoral Wards in the UK.
Parishes in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell is entirely unparished—there are no civil parishes in this local authority district.
Parishes are the lowest tier of local government; where they don’t exist, those very local services and representation sit directly with the principal council. We have this list page for easy browsing of all parishes: List of Civil Parishes in England and Wales.
Post Towns in Epsom and Ewell
Below is a list of post towns in Epsom and Ewell, grouped by postcode area:
KT ▸ Epsom (KT17 / KT18 / KT19)
The UK postal hierarchy begins with broad postcode areas (such as “CB” or “M”), which are divided into smaller postcode districts (such as “CB8” or “M1”) to support accurate mail routing. Each postal address is anchored by a designated post town, the official locality name used in the UK postcode system, which operates independently from Local Authority Districts —the administrative boundaries used for council tax and local government services. Because they serve different purposes, a property’s postal address and its local authority district do not always align exactly.
Built-up Areas in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell covers 8 built-up areas, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Ashtead *
- Epsom *
- Ewell *
- Kingston upon Thames *
- Langley Vale
- Sutton (Sutton) *
- Tadworth and Epsom Downs *
- Worcester Park and Stoneleigh *
In the UK, a Built-up Area (BUA) is a continuous urban area of at least 20 hectares (0.2 km²), defined by the ONS as land where buildings are generally no more than 200 metres apart, such as towns, cities, or large villages. (Note: A BUA name marked with an asterisk (*) indicates that the area is situated partly in the district of Epsom and Ewell.)
We have this list page for easy browsing of all built-up areas: List of all Built-up Areas in GB.
Railway Stations in Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell is served by a number of National Rail stations, providing rail connections to nearby towns, cities, and destinations across Great Britain. The railway stations listed below are located within the Epsom and Ewell Local Authority District and are grouped by train operating company for clarity.
- Govia Thameslink Railway (Southern) ▸ Epsom (KT19 8EW) ⁞ Ewell East (KT17 1QR) ⁞ Tadworth (KT18 5AJ) ⁞ Epsom Downs (KT17 4JX)
- South Western Railway ▸ Ewell West (KT17 1TU) ⁞ Stoneleigh (KT17 2JA)
This is a district-level view only. For a complete list of all National Rail stations across Great Britain, see the UK National Rail Stations Directory.
Epsom and Ewell compared with other districts in the UK
This section shows how Epsom and Ewell compares with other local authority districts in the UK, using a variety of measures and rankings.
Epsom and Ewell has 14 electoral wards.
Epsom and Ewell has a population of 83,288 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS)
Population and Migration Trends in Epsom and Ewell
This chart shows the population trend for Epsom and Ewell from 2015 to 2024. It provides a quick overview of whether the local authority is growing, stable, or declining over time, and helps set context for the migration patterns shown below.
Population change is influenced by natural change (births minus deaths) and migration. The net migration chart below focuses on migration, separating internal migration (moves within the UK) from international migration (moves to and from abroad). Positive values indicate net inflows, while negative values indicate net outflows. The rate labels (per 1,000 residents) help compare migration intensity across years, even when the population size changes.
More local statistics and data for Epsom and Ewell can be found on the ONS statistics for Epsom and Ewell.