SM5 1AA is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Rosehill in Sutton (Sutton). Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St Helier West ward and the Carshalton and Wallington constituency.
This is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Sutton.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for SM5 1AA are sourced from Output Area E00020772 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SM5 1AA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SM5 1AA.
394
37
£ 47,900 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM5 1AA 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 1AA has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 37-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM5 1AA. The average age is 37.2. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SM5 1AA is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
Greenshaw High School
Tweeddale Primary School
Carshalton Boys Sports College
Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base
Malmesbury Primary School
Wandle Valley Academy
All Saints Benhilton CofE Primary School
Rushy Meadow Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Budgens0.8 km
- Easy Choice0.5 km
- Giggs Convenience Store0.5 km
- Best One0.7 km
- Fudge Cakes0.8 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Georges Cafe0.8 km
- Rosehill Cafe0.5 km
- Star Express0.5 km
- Two Napkin Burger0.5 km
- Friends Of St Helier Tea Bar0.0 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Arya Kebab0.5 km
- Fireaway Rosehill0.6 km
- Full Moon Pizza0.5 km
- RFC Grill0.6 km
- Choo0.5 km
- + 13 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ashling Tara Hotel0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sutton Common1.1 km
- St Helier1.5 km
- Carshalton1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: SM51AA · Data under Open Government Licence