Is SM7 1DN a safe place to live?

Yes, SM7 1DN is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in SM7 1DN?

The average property price in SM7 1DN is currently around £1.3M.

What is the population of SM7 1DN?

The population for the SM7 1DN area is approximately 368 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Reigate and Banstead, South East

THE DRIVE, SM7 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE DRIVE, SM7 1DN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

368

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 69,900 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM7 1DN 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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6/10

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10/10

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3/10

workEmployment

4/10

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2/10

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10/10

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4/10

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9/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SM7 1DN combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£1.3M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.3M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SM7 1DN is a sought-after residential area on The Drive, 0.8km from Nork in Tadworth and Epsom Downs. Administratively it sits within Nork ward and the Epsom and Ewell constituency.

For serious buyers, SM7 1DN is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.3M. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00156078 (shared with 9 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 1DN. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British85.6%

Asian / British Asian8.4%

Black / African / Caribbean1.1%

Other / Mixed4.9%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,295,000

2 sales · Mean £ 1,295,000

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

SM7 1DN has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12

Public order7

Anti-social behaviour6

Drugs3

Other theft3

school Local Schools

The Beacon School

Inadequate1300 pupils0.3 km

Warren Mead Infant School

Good225 pupils1.0 km

Banstead Infant School

Good258 pupils1.0 km

Banstead Community Junior School

Good330 pupils1.0 km

Shawley Community Primary Academy

Requires Improvement1.0 km

Warren Mead Junior School

Good292 pupils1.1 km

St Anne's Catholic Primary School

Good407 pupils1.2 km

Epsom Downs Community School & Early Years Centres

Good437 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Tattenham Way News0.6 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Nork Park Social Club0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

The Lodge Cafe0.3 km
Sodexo Ltd At Toyota GB0.9 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Asda Stores Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Banstead1.5 km
Epsom Downs1.8 km
Tattenham Corner1.9 km

Bus Stops

The Beacon School0.3 km
Tangier Way0.3 km
Tangier Way0.4 km
Lyme Regis Road0.5 km
Tattenham Way0.5 km