SM7 1BQ is a sought-after residential area on Hurley Close, 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 1BQ 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k, down 48.7% year-on-year. 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 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00156086 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HURLEY CLOSE, SM7 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURLEY CLOSE, SM7 1BQ.
546
44
£ 69,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM7 1BQ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SM7 1BQ's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £440k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 48.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM7 1BQ. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 313,000
4 sales · Mean £ 309,625
Semi-Detached
£ 600,000
4 sales · Mean £ 617,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM7 1BQ has low crime rates — 15 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.
school Local Schools
Banstead Community Junior School
Banstead Infant School
The Beacon School
St Anne's Catholic Primary School
Warren Mead Infant School
Warren Mead Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Superdrug Stores Plc0.8 km
- Banstead Fruitier0.6 km
- Coughlans0.9 km
- Fishwala Ltd0.8 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.6 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Banstead Village Club0.6 km
- Banstead Cricket And Sports Club0.9 km
- Nork Park Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Zizzi0.6 km
- Banstead Cafe0.6 km
- Prezzo0.6 km
- The Burger Club0.9 km
- Ciao Italia0.7 km
- + 14 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Kapre Lounge Limited0.9 km
- Papa Johns Pizza0.8 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
- The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
- Waitrose Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banstead1.1 km
- Epsom Downs2.2 km
- Tattenham Corner2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Garratts Lane0.1 km
- Garratts Lane0.2 km
- Burgh Wood0.2 km
- Garratts Lane0.2 km
- Garratts Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: SM71BQ · Data under Open Government Licence