Tonfield Road is in Sutton and in Sutton district. SM3 9JR is located in the Stonecot 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 Tonfield Road, Sutton, SM3 9JR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SM3 9JS, SM3 9JX, SM3 9LN, SM3 9JU, SM3 9JP, SM3 9LJ, SM3 9JY, SM3 9JT, SM3 9JZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SM3 9JR has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 45.3% | 50% | 4.7% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 54.7% | 50% | -4.7% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 SM3 9JR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.5% 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 | 27.3% | 29.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 62.5% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 18.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 4.7% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 50.1% | 54.4% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.2% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 9.7% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 14.9% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 14.6% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 12.1% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 18.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 31.9% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -1.9% |
| Other | 9.7% | 4.3% | -5.4% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 60.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 2.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 5.7% | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.6% |
| Pakistani | 2.5% | 6.7% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Other Asian | 10.4% | 7.7% | -2.7% | 1.6% | 6.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 73.7% | 60.6% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -20.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0.8% | 3.7% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 2.1% |
In this area, 69.6% 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 | 80.5% | 69.6% | -10.9% | 83.2% | -13.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 7.9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 14.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 9.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.7% | 69.9% | -9.8% | 83.2% | -13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 25.4% | 24.6% | 9.8% | 15.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.6% | 1.7% | -4.9% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 1.7% | -10.5% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| France | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Middle East | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Hindu | 8.5% | 1.7% | 6.8% |
| Muslim | 12.9% | 6.5% | 6.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tonfield Road was 20.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.5% lower than the North Cheam average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tonfield Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in North Cheam and the 67th lowest crime rate of 576 local areas in Sutton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 58.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 71 Tonfield Road, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2023-12-01 | £777,181 |
| 73 Tonfield Road, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £685,000 | 2023-06-16 | £695,816 |
| 59 Tonfield Road, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £569,500 | 2021-01-22 | £636,073 |
| 58 Tonfield Road, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £625,200 | 2020-10-13 | £713,038 |
| 85 Tonfield Road, Sutton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2019-09-26 | £517,930 |
SM3 9JR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
SM3 9JR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Other | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Construction | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 25 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Wall Nursery School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | 4out of 4 | 2,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Primary Academy Ridge Road , North Cheam SM3 9LY | 3out of 4 | 515 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey Primary School Glastonbury Road , SM4 6NY | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy Molesey Drive , Cheam SM3 9UU | 4out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aragon Primary School Aragon Primary School , Aragon Road SM4 4QU | 3out of 4 | 1,012 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School London Road , North Cheam SM3 9DL | 4out of 4 | 1,080 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenthorne High School Sutton Common Road , SM3 9PS | 4out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam High School Chatsworth Road , Cheam SM3 8PW | 4out of 4 | 2,066 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenshaw High School Grennell Road , SM1 3DY | 3out of 4 | 2,206 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Morden Lilleshall Road , SM4 6DU | 4out of 4 | 2,569 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Grammar School Manor Lane , SM1 4AS | 4out of 4 | 2,652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookways School 660 London Road , North Cheam SM3 9BZ | - not rated | 1,336 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Campus Canterbury Road , SM4 6PT | 3out of 4 | 1,660 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Perseid School Bordesley Road , SM4 5LT | 4out of 4 | 2,004 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes College Sutton West Centre , SM1 2SD | 4out of 4 | 2,295 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield Preparatory School Western Road , Sutton SM1 2TE | - not rated | 2,535 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Golden Wok | 382 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 348 yd | |
| The Emperor | 71 - 73 Stonecot Hill, Sutton | 400 yd | |
| Belaju Cafe Delicatessen | 77 Stonecot Hill, Sutton | 405 yd | |
| Dami Sushi | 69 Stonecot Hill, Sutton | 405 yd | |
| Kremeecakes | 25 Stonecot Hill, Sutton | 406 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Nelson T/A Loco Loco, El Rodeo Mexicano, Burrito Bandits | Lord Nelson, 837 London Road | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perfect Peri Peri Chicken | 370 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 338 yd | |
| Surma Tandoori | 388 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 348 yd | |
| Sutton Rock Fish Chips | 396 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 348 yd | |
| Oz Grill | 360 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 348 yd | |
| Yiamiam | 354 Sutton Common Road, Sutton | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 1 Stonecot Hill, Sutton | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sutton Common Recreation Ground AMBERLEY WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 471 yd |
| Glenthorne High School SUTTON COMMON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 595 yd |
| Sutton Life Centre ALCORN CLOSE | artificial grass pitch | 666 yd |
| Youth Centre 21 (Closed) Alcorn Close | 671 yd | |
| Reigate Avenue Recreation Ground GLENTHORNE CLOSE | grass pitches | 705 yd |
| King Georges Playing Fields Tudor Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 818 yd |
| Abbey Primary School 137-141 137-141 GLASTONBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Morden Cricket Club THE PAVILION THE PAVILION LOWER MORDEN LANE | grass pitches | 901 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 217.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.