Postcode Analysis Sutton, London

MALDEN ROAD, SM3 8EN House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

360

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 60,600 /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 8EN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SM3 8EN combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£528k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 11.4% year-on-year.

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

SM3 8EN is a sought-after residential area on Malden Road, 0.5km from Cheam, North in Sutton (Sutton). Administratively it sits within North Cheam ward and the Sutton and Cheam constituency.

For serious buyers, SM3 8EN is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £528k, down 11.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SM3 8EN are sourced from Output Area E00020746 (shared with 6 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 8EN. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British73.8%
Asian / British Asian17.3%
Black / African / Caribbean3.6%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
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

Terraced

£ 505,000

13 sales · Mean £ 498,307

Semi-Detached

£ 529,500

4 sales · Mean £ 547,750

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

SM3 8EN has low crime rates — 22 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 offences56
Anti-social behaviour20
Burglary11
Vehicle crime10
Public order9

school Local Schools

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Cheam Fields Primary Academy

Good494 pupils0.4 km
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Cheam High School

Outstanding2115 pupils0.5 km
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Nonsuch Primary School

Good235 pupils0.8 km
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Meadow Primary School

Good578 pupils0.8 km
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Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy

Outstanding892 pupils1.0 km
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St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.1 km
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Cheam Common Junior Academy

Good483 pupils1.2 km
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Nonsuch High School for Girls

Good1516 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Prince Of Wales0.9 km
  • Nonsuch Inn0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Beijing Garden0.8 km
  • Cheam Park Cafe0.7 km
  • El Desperado Mexican Grill And Cantina0.6 km
  • La Bella Luna0.6 km
  • Feedwell Cafe0.5 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Cheam Arena0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Classico Pizza0.7 km
  • Favorite Chicken And Ribs0.5 km
  • Sushi Gourmet0.6 km
  • Tasty0.4 km
  • Lucky City0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Cheam Social Club0.5 km
  • Costcutter0.4 km
  • Danny's Supermarket0.4 km
  • Londis0.6 km
  • Primes Express0.5 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Nonsuch Park Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Cheam1.4 km
  • West Sutton1.4 km
  • Stoneleigh1.7 km