Burdon Lane is in Sutton and in Sutton district. SM2 7BZ is located in the Cheam electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Sutton and Cheam. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burdon Lane, Sutton, SM2 7BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SM2 7QQ, SM2 7QE, SM2 7HF, SM2 6DX, SM2 7AA, SM2 6HX, SM2 6JE, SM2 6DY, SM2 6JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SM2 7BZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 49.9% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50.1% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SM2 7BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.4% | 24.4% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.7% | 68.2% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 24.0% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -6.5% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 4.5% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.1% | 49.2% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 36.8% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 9.8% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SM2 7BZ this area, 8.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 61.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 8.4% | -7.1% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.9% | 5.5% | 0.6% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 6.8% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 11.6% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.9% | 61.4% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 27.6% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 53.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 16.4% | 19.2% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 16.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
| Black African | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.8% | 1.6% | -1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 69.9% | 53.2% | -16.7% | 81.4% | -28.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 69.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 69.5% | -7.4% | 83.2% | -13.7% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 7% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 8.6% | 5.5% | -3.1% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.5% | 14.6% | 5.1% | 5.6% | 9.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.9% | 69.5% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 25.5% | 25.5% | 9.8% | 15.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.4% | 0.3% | -23.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.6% | 76.7% | 11.9% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.1% | 37.2% | -14.1% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Hindu | 17.9% | 1.7% | 16.2% |
| Jewish | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 10.9% | 6.5% | 4.4% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burdon Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Belmont average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Burdon Lane, Sutton, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £2,038,000 | 2023-11-17 | £2,035,841 |
| 97 Burdon Lane, Sutton, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,140,000 | 2022-06-30 | £1,117,484 |
| 105 Burdon Lane, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £960,000 | 2022-04-14 | £998,235 |
| 105B Burdon Lane, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,030,000 | 2021-11-12 | £1,099,425 |
| 105C Burdon Lane, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,032,000 | 2021-10-11 | £1,099,131 |
SM2 7BZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SM2 7BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Wall Nursery School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | 4out of 4 | 2,130 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Primary Academy Avenue Road , Belmont SM2 6JE | 4out of 4 | 268 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cuddington Croft Primary School West Drive , Cheam SM2 7NA | 3out of 4 | 980 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's Cheam CofE Primary School Anne Boleyn's Walk , Cheam SM3 8DF | 3out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire Primary School Devonshire Avenue , SM2 5JL | 3out of 4 | 1,642 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Robin Hood Infants' School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | 4out of 4 | 2,130 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy Sutton 2 Chiltern Road , SM2 5RD | - not rated | 1,091 yd | Free schools | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Overton Grange School 36 Stanley Road , SM2 6TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nonsuch High School for Girls Ewell Road , Cheam SM3 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,617 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cheam High School Chatsworth Road , Cheam SM3 8PW | 4out of 4 | 2,499 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Grammar School Manor Lane , SM1 4AS | 4out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North East Surrey College of Technology Reigate Road , Ewell KT17 3DS | - not rated | 2,854 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle House School Sutton 95 Brighton Road , SM2 5SJ | - not rated | 1,409 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton High School GDST 55 Cheam Road , Sutton SM1 2AL | - not rated | 1,875 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Homefield Preparatory School Western Road , Sutton SM1 2TE | - not rated | 1,918 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Seaton House School Banstead Road South , Sutton SM2 5LH | - not rated | 1,966 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Orchard Hill College of Further Education 8th Floor , The Quadrant SM2 5AS | - not rated | 2,005 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bagheera Indo Chinese Restaurant And Bar | 22 Station Road, Belmont | 502 yd | |
| Curryzma | 13 Station Road, Belmont | 553 yd | |
| Cafeina | 16 Station Road, Belmont | 563 yd | |
| Banstead Downs Golf Club | Burdon Lane, Cheam | 806 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| California (Ember Inns) | The California, 267 Brighton Road | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The California Traditional Fish And Chips | 43 Station Road, Belmont | 412 yd | |
| Didi's Foods | 29 Station Road, Belmont | 472 yd | |
| May May House | 28 Station Road, Belmont | 501 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Avenue Primary Academy AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 148 yd |
| St Andrews United Reformed Church NORTHEY AVENUE | 313 yd | |
| Sutton Indoor Bowls Club DORSET ROAD | indoor bowls | 467 yd |
| Overton Park Overton Road | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| Banstead Downs Golf Club BURDON LANE | golf | 805 yd |
| Cheam Fields Club DEVON ROAD | tennis courts | 887 yd |
| Overton Grange School STANLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,070 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 57 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 220.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.