Postcode Analysis Sutton, London

SM5 1AA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SM5 1AA.

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Population

394

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British66.9%
Asian / British Asian16.7%
Black / African / Caribbean8.1%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences159
Public order42
Anti-social behaviour35
Other theft25
Vehicle crime24

school Local Schools

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Greenshaw High School

Good1885 pupils0.4 km
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Tweeddale Primary School

Good420 pupils0.5 km
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Carshalton Boys Sports College

Good1490 pupils0.7 km
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Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base

Good625 pupils0.8 km
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Malmesbury Primary School

Good442 pupils0.8 km
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Wandle Valley Academy

Good88 pupils0.9 km
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All Saints Benhilton CofE Primary School

Good465 pupils1.0 km
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Rushy Meadow Primary Academy

Good375 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
fastfood

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

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Ashling Tara Hotel0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sutton Common1.1 km
  • St Helier1.5 km
  • Carshalton1.8 km