SM3 8DU is a sought-after residential area on Wickham Avenue, 0.8km from Cheam, North in Sutton (Sutton). Administratively it sits within Worcester Park South ward and the Sutton and Cheam constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SM3, SM3 8DU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £891k, up 38.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SM3 8DU are sourced from Output Area E00020751 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WICKHAM AVENUE, SM3 8DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WICKHAM AVENUE, SM3 8DU.
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43
£ 62,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM3 8DU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SM3 8DU's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £891k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £891k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 38.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM3 8DU. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 737,500
10 sales · Mean £ 721,125
Detached
£ 1,427,000
1 sales · Mean £ 1,427,000
Terraced
£ 830,000
2 sales · Mean £ 830,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM3 8DU has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cheam Fields Primary Academy
Cheam High School
Nonsuch Primary School
Meadow Primary School
Nonsuch High School for Girls
St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School
Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy
St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Prince Of Wales0.7 km
- Claret Wine Bar0.9 km
- Ye Olde Red Lion0.9 km
- Nonsuch Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Beijing Garden0.6 km
- Cheam Park Cafe0.5 km
- El Desperado Mexican Grill And Cantina0.8 km
- La Bella Luna0.8 km
- Beast Restaurant And Grills1.0 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
- Cheam Arena0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.8 km
- Sushi Gourmet0.8 km
- Tasty0.6 km
- By Anna0.9 km
- Lucky City0.6 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
17 nearby- Cook0.9 km
- Majestic Wine0.9 km
- S M Pineger 2 Ltd0.9 km
- Cheam Social Club0.6 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- + 12 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Nonsuch Park Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Cheam1.2 km
- West Sutton1.5 km
- Stoneleigh1.6 km
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Postcode Profile: SM38DU · Data under Open Government Licence