Postcode Analysis Sutton, London

PALMER AVENUE, SM3 8EF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMER AVENUE, SM3 8EF.

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Population

402

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 62,400 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: SM3 8EF 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.

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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

SM3 8EF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £739k, 97% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £739k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SM3 8EF is a sought-after residential area on Palmer 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 8EF offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 97% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £739k. 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 8EF are sourced from Output Area E00020750 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM3 8EF. The average age is 45.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.2%
Asian / British Asian15.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 686,125

14 sales · Mean £ 696,589

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

SM3 8EF has low crime rates — 18 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour20
Burglary10
Vehicle crime7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Nonsuch Primary School

Good235 pupils0.5 km
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Meadow Primary School

Good578 pupils0.5 km
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Cheam Fields Primary Academy

Good494 pupils0.7 km
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Cheam High School

Outstanding2115 pupils0.8 km
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Cheam Common Junior Academy

Good483 pupils1.1 km
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Nonsuch High School for Girls

Good1516 pupils1.3 km
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Cheam Common Infants' Academy

Good426 pupils1.3 km
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St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Beijing Garden1.0 km
  • Cheam Park Cafe0.9 km
  • El Desperado Mexican Grill And Cantina0.6 km
  • La Bella Luna0.6 km
  • The Vine Cafe1.0 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Cheam Arena0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Classico Pizza0.9 km
  • Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.6 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.7 km
  • Tasty0.8 km
  • Lucky City0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Cheam Social Club0.9 km
  • Costcutter0.5 km
  • Danny's Supermarket0.8 km
  • Londis0.6 km
  • Primes Express0.5 km
  • + 6 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Nonsuch Park Hotel0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Nonsuch Inn0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Stoneleigh1.3 km
  • Cheam1.5 km
  • West Sutton1.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Sparrow Farm Road0.4 km
  • Sparrow Farm Road0.4 km