SM5 1EQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Peterborough Road, 0.6km from St Helier in Sutton (Sutton). Administratively it sits within St Helier East ward and the Carshalton and Wallington constituency.
For families considering a move, SM5 1EQ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sutton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £398k.
Census 2021 statistics for SM5 1EQ are sourced from Output Area E00021085 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PETERBOROUGH ROAD, SM5 1EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PETERBOROUGH ROAD, SM5 1EQ.
340
36
£ 45,700 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM5 1EQ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
SM5 1EQ is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £398k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM5 1EQ. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 390,000
9 sales · Mean £ 378,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM5 1EQ has low crime rates — 38 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
Green Wrythe Primary School
Harris Academy Morden
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Tweeddale Primary School
Wandle Valley Academy
Malmesbury Primary School
Cranmer Primary School
Canterbury Campus
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Jhoots0.9 km
- Prince Foods0.8 km
- Seddon Stores0.3 km
- Best One0.6 km
- Fudge Cakes0.7 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- River Side Cafe0.9 km
- Casuarina Tree0.9 km
- Cheeky Chimps Stay and Play0.4 km
- Country City Catering0.8 km
- Drop Project Brewing Co0.8 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Circle Kebab And Pizza0.7 km
- Favorite Fried Chicken0.7 km
- Food Angels0.6 km
- Grill House0.7 km
- Quality Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mitcham Junction1.2 km
- St Helier1.7 km
- Morden South1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SM51EQ · Data under Open Government Licence