Postcode Analysis Reigate and Banstead, South East

MAGNOLIA DRIVE, SM7 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAGNOLIA DRIVE, SM7 1BJ.

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Population

546

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 69,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM7 1BJ 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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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SM7 1BJ's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £325k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SM7 1BJ is a sought-after residential area on Magnolia Drive, 0.9km from Nork in Tadworth and Epsom Downs. Administratively it sits within Nork ward and the Epsom and Ewell constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SM7, SM7 1BJ offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k. 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 SM7 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00156086 (shared with 17 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 SM7 1BJ. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.7%
Asian / British Asian10.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 325,000

1 sales · Mean £ 325,000

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

SM7 1BJ has low crime rates — 20 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 offences34
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order8
Burglary8
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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Banstead Community Junior School

Good330 pupils0.4 km
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Banstead Infant School

Good258 pupils0.4 km
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The Beacon School

Inadequate1300 pupils0.5 km
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St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good407 pupils0.7 km
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Warren Mead Infant School

Good225 pupils1.2 km
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Warren Mead Junior School

Good292 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Superdrug Stores Plc0.9 km
  • Banstead Fruitier0.7 km
  • Coughlans0.9 km
  • Fishwala Ltd0.9 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Banstead Village Club0.7 km
  • Banstead Cricket And Sports Club0.9 km
  • Nork Park Social Club0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Zizzi0.7 km
  • Banstead Cafe0.6 km
  • Prezzo0.6 km
  • The Burger Club1.0 km
  • Ciao Italia0.7 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Kapre Lounge Limited1.0 km
  • Papa Johns Pizza0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Banstead1.2 km
  • Epsom Downs2.2 km
  • Tattenham Corner2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Garratts Lane0.1 km
  • Garratts Lane0.1 km
  • Garratts Lane0.2 km
  • Garratts Lane0.2 km
  • Burgh Wood0.3 km