Postcode Analysis Sutton, London

MALDEN ROAD, SM3 8EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MALDEN ROAD, SM3 8EJ.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 62,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM3 8EJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SM3 8EJ's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £461k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 15.8% year-on-year.

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

SM3 8EJ is a sought-after residential area on Malden Road, 0.7km 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 8EJ offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 82% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £461k, up 15.8% 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 8EJ are sourced from Output Area E00020725 (shared with 7 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 8EJ. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.1%
Asian / British Asian16.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed8.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 33%
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

Detached

£ 495,000

1 sales · Mean £ 495,000

Terraced

£ 427,500

1 sales · Mean £ 427,500

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

SM3 8EJ has low crime rates — 28 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 offences58
Anti-social behaviour21
Burglary10
Vehicle crime10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Cheam Fields Primary Academy

Good494 pupils0.3 km
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Cheam High School

Outstanding2115 pupils0.4 km
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Nonsuch Primary School

Good235 pupils0.9 km
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Meadow Primary School

Good578 pupils0.9 km
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Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy

Outstanding892 pupils1.1 km
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Nonsuch High School for Girls

Good1516 pupils1.2 km
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St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School

Good458 pupils1.2 km
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St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • Michael's Fruiters1.0 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • BP Garage0.6 km
  • Mace0.5 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Tas Restaurant And Grill0.8 km
  • TD Cafe And Grill - Bubble Tea0.7 km
  • Thai Cafe0.7 km
  • The Cricket Lounge0.9 km
  • The Smokin' Grill Steakhouse0.8 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • North Cheam Traditional Fish And Chips0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut0.7 km
  • Piggies1.0 km
  • Britkong Eat0.8 km
  • Classico Pizza0.9 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Waitrose Ltd0.9 km
  • Cheam Arena0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Nonsuch Park Hotel0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Nonsuch Inn0.8 km
  • The Prince Of Wales0.7 km
  • Claret Wine Bar0.9 km
  • Ye Olde Red Lion0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheam1.2 km
  • West Sutton1.3 km
  • Stoneleigh1.7 km