Sutton
Sutton High Street, © Google Street View
Sutton (SM) Postcode Area
Sutton: Suburban charm, green spaces, vibrant high street, diverse community, and convenient transport links to central London. A blend of residential tranquility and urban convenience in southwest London.
Sutton Postcode Area includes:
Sutton, Morden, Carshalton, Wallington, Banstead.
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Primary Industries
The Sutton postcode's economy in focus! Here are the top four industries that play a vital role in shaping local business and employment.
Professional & Scientific
Sutton has a large proportion of professional and scientific businesses, which makes it a hub for specialised industries like law firms, consulting agencies, tech companies, or research labs. This suggests a high level of expertise and innovation, attracting professionals such as engineers, scientists, lawyers, and consultants. The Sutton area might have a more polished, business-focused atmosphere, with modern offices and co-working spaces. It's often well-connected, with good transport links and amenities to support a skilled workforce. Property prices could be higher, as these areas tend to attract well-paid professionals. It might not be the most vibrant or social place, but it will have a reputation for being smart, efficient, and future-focused.
Construction
Sutton has a strong presence of construction businesses, which usually means there's a lot of building going on - whether it's new homes, commercial spaces, or infrastructure. This can be a good sign that the Sutton area is growing and attracting investment. It could also mean there's a strong local economy, with plenty of work available for builders and tradespeople. On the flip side, it might suggest there's a fair bit of property in need of repair or updating. Either way, it tells you the Sutton area is pretty active and could be on the up.
Information & Communication
Sutton has a large percentage of Information & Communication businesses, making it a tech-savvy, modern, and highly connected place. These industries include IT services, telecommunications, media, and software development companies, so the area might have a strong digital infrastructure and attract tech professionals, creatives, and innovators. It suggests the Sutton area is dynamic and forward-thinking, often with a mix of startups and established firms working in cutting-edge fields like software, digital marketing, or broadcasting. You'll likely find a lot of modern office spaces, co-working hubs, and good transport links to support these businesses. The vibe could feel energetic and entrepreneurial, but also professional, with a focus on innovation and staying connected.
Business Administration
If a postcode area such as SM has a lot of business administration services, such as accounting firms, HR consultancies, and management services, it's likely a centre for corporate and operational support. These businesses help other companies run smoothly, so the area might be more business-centric, attracting professionals like administrators, accountants, and consultants. The local economy could be quite strong, driven by a steady demand for services that keep companies ticking over. It's not necessarily the most exciting or creative environment, but it would be efficient, organised, and perhaps well-connected with reliable transport links. You'd expect to see a lot of office spaces in Sutton and maybe even shared workspaces catering to small and medium-sized businesses. The area could feel more formal and professional, with less of a residential or leisure focus.
Data showing the activity, size and location is from the Inter Departmental Business Register 2024, produced by the ONS.
Key Statistics
Sutton SM, part of the ceremonial county of Greater London in England, presents a substantial geographical area with 7 outward codes (the first half of a postcode, e.g. SM 1AA). Its population stands at 237,911 individuals, reflecting a density of 5,363 people per square kilometre. The average household income here is £59,278 , which is 69.4% higher than the average UK median household income (£35,000), indicating a stable economic profile within the region.
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What's Sutton like to live and work in?
Sutton High Street, © Google Street View
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Sutton, located in South London, has a population of approximately 204,000 and is known for its suburban charm, excellent schools, and green spaces. The area benefits from strong transport links, including frequent train services to central London destinations like Victoria and London Bridge, as well as access to the M25 motorway.
Sutton's demographics are diverse, with a mix of families, young professionals, and retirees. The borough is renowned for its outstanding educational institutions, both primary and secondary, making it attractive for families.
Sutton offers a range of amenities, including shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural venues, along with numerous parks and recreational facilities.
This page contains a list of postcode districts for Sutton area. Select a postcode to see the map location, demographics, house prices, local information, tourist guides and statistics:
Sutton (SM) Postcode Districts
Greater London
The wider county
Though known as probably the most famous city in the world, most people don't realize that Greater London is actually classed as a county, and includes the City of London, the City of Westminster and the 32 surrounding London Boroughs.
It takes in a large number of villages, towns and open countryside and borders the home counties of Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Surrey and Kent in the south east, as well as Essex and Hertfordshire in the East. It has more history within its boundaries than many entire countries around the world, stretching back more than 2000 years, and is Britain's most visited area.
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Local Transport
Transport Options in the SM Postal Area
The SM postal area, covering parts of Sutton, Morden, and Cheam, offers a range of convenient transport options. For rail travel, key stations like Sutton, Cheam, and Morden South provide frequent services to Central London, making commuting straightforward.
If you prefer to travel by car, the A217 and A24 roads offer good connections to the M25 motorway, ensuring easy access to wider parts of the UK. Parking is generally available, though it's wise to check specific local restrictions.
Buses in the SM area are plentiful, with regular services connecting surrounding towns and suburbs. Routes like the 80, 93, and 151 provide reliable transport links to nearby hubs.
For air travel, Gatwick Airport is a convenient 30-minute drive, while Heathrow is about 45 minutes away, providing you with excellent global connectivity.
Train Stations
The following railway stations are within the SM postcode region:
Banstead Railway Station
Belmont Railway Station
Carshalton Railway Station
Carshalton Beeches Railway Station
Cheam Railway Station
Hackbridge Railway Station
Morden South Railway Station
St.Helier Railway Station
Sutton (Surrey) Railway Station
Sutton Common Railway Station
Wallington Railway Station
West Sutton Railway Station
Local Authorities
SM Postcode area
Local Authorities are government organisations responsible for providing local services and facilities such as education, housing, and social services within a specific area. The SM postcode area includes the following local authorities:
Epsom and Ewell
Epsom and Ewell Borough Council focuses on promoting community welfare and sustainable development, providing essential public services to enhance the quality of life for residents in this vibrant area.
Merton
Merton Borough Council is dedicated to enhancing community life through strategic urban planning and public service delivery, aiming to support the well-being and prosperity of its residents.
Reigate and Banstead
Reigate and Banstead Borough Council prioritizes sustainable growth and community welfare, delivering high-quality public services designed to improve residents' quality of life and enhance local economic development.
GDP (Gross Domestic Product)
Economic Output
GDP (Gross Domestic Product) measures the total economic output of a country, region, or Local Authority. It tells us how much money is being made within a particular area. This includes everything from a business selling cars or consumers getting their hair cut.
This list of the Local Authorities within the Sutton (SM) postcode town gives us a snapshot of how much money is being generated at current market prices, based on what people are spending and earning. It's an important way to understand the economic health and activity levels across the UK.
For comparison purposes, we've included the top and bottom two local authorities across the UK in terms of GDP.
Local Authority
GDP (£)
GDP trends over time
The graph below shows the total GDP values for all Local Authorities within the Sutton (SM) area:
When we talk about GDP at current market prices, we're looking at the total value of all goods and services produced in an area, but the key bit here is "current market prices." This means it includes the value of goods and services as they're bought and sold right now, without adjusting for inflation or changes in prices over time.
So, for example a figure of £2,077 GDP means that, on average, each person within an area contributes this amount to the UK economy each year.
Republished from the ONS regional gross domestic product: local authorities under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Latest available data: April 2022.
Education
Highest Rated Schools in SM
As rated by Ofsted
- Wilson's School
Mollison Drive, Wallington, SM6 9JW
Secondary School (11-18)Outstanding - Harris Academy Morden
Lilleshall Road, Morden, SM4 6DU
Secondary School (11-18)Outstanding - St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
London Road, Sutton, SM3 9DL
Primary School (3-11)Outstanding - St Elphege's RC Junior School
Mollison Drive, Wallington, SM6 9HY
Primary School (7-11)Outstanding - St Elphege's RC Infants' School
Mollison Drive, Wallington, SM6 9HY
Primary School (3-7)Outstanding - Perseid School
Bordesley Road, Morden, SM4 5LT
Secondary School (3-19)Outstanding - Cheam High School
Chatsworth Road, Sutton, SM3 8PW
Secondary School (11-18)Outstanding - Wallington County Grammar School
Croydon Road, Wallington, SM6 7PH
Secondary School (11-18)Outstanding - Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy
Molesey Drive, Sutton, SM3 9UU
Primary School (4-11)Outstanding - Victor Seymour Infants' School
Denmark Road, Carshalton, SM5 2JE
Primary School (3-7)Outstanding
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