SM7 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Chipstead Road, 1.2km from Banstead in Banstead. Administratively it sits within Banstead Village ward and the Reigate constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SM7, SM7 1AF offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 83% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £305k.
Census 2021 statistics for SM7 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00155873 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHIPSTEAD ROAD, SM7 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHIPSTEAD ROAD, SM7 1AF.
382
40
£ 58,800 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM7 1AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates SM7 1AF — age 40, 83% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM7 1AF. The average age is 40.0. 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
Flat
£ 300,000
18 sales · Mean £ 304,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM7 1AF has low crime rates — 16 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
The Beacon School
Banstead Community Junior School
Banstead Infant School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Warren Mead Infant School
Shawley Community Primary Academy
Warren Mead Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Tattenham Way News0.9 km
- Banstead Fruitier1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Ciao Italia1.0 km
- Pizza Express0.9 km
- The Banstead Centre0.8 km
- The Lodge Cafe0.7 km
- Caffe Nero1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Banstead Village Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banstead1.7 km
- Kingswood2.3 km
- Tattenham Corner2.3 km
Bus Stops
- The Fieldings0.0 km
- Lyme Regis Road0.0 km
- The Fieldings0.0 km
- Lyme Regis Road0.1 km
- Pound Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SM71AF · Data under Open Government Licence