Matlock Crescent is in Sutton and in Sutton district. SM3 9SS 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 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, SM3 9SS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SM3 9SU, SM3 9SN, SM1 2UD, SM3 9SW, SM3 9ST, SM3 8LJ, SM3 9TN, SM1 2LE, SM3 9SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SM3 9SS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 51% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 48.4% | 49% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 9SS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.1% 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 | 27.5% | 29.7% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 55.1% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 10.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 4.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.6% | 54.8% | 8.2% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 29.5% | -11.8% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 11.5% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.5% | 18.4% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.2% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 15.4% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 32.8% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.6% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.8% 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 | 1.8% | 0.5% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 9.5% | 5.6% | 3.1% | 6.4% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 4.5% | 5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 80% | 73.8% | -6.2% | 81.4% | -7.6% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 79.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 79.1% | -9.3% | 83.2% | -4.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 13.3% | 8.0% | 5.6% | 7.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 78.9% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -4.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.8% | 2.8% | -8.0% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 10.8% | 1.7% | 9.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Matlock Crescent was 64.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.9% higher than the Cheam average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Matlock Crescent has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Cheam and the 246th highest crime rate of 573 local areas in Sutton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2025-01-06 | £696,709 |
| 27 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2024-06-24 | £750,118 |
| 83 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2023-11-24 | £563,865 |
| 89 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2021-03-09 | £574,504 |
| 71 Matlock Crescent, Sutton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £397,500 | 2019-04-26 | £512,211 |
SM3 9SS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Construction | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Wall Nursery School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | - not rated | 1,168 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 4,507 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheam Park Farm Junior School Kingston Avenue , North Cheam SM3 9UE | - not rated | 497 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam Park Farm Junior School Kingston Avenue , North Cheam SM3 9UE | - not rated | 497 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam Fields Primary Academy Stoughton Avenue , Cheam SM3 8PQ | - not rated | 511 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam Fields Primary School Stoughton Avenue , Cheam SM3 8PQ | - not rated | 511 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam Park Farm Infants' School Molesey Drive , North Cheam SM3 9UU | - not rated | 835 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morden Farm Middle School Aragon Road , SM4 4QU | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury Middle School Malmesbury Road , SM4 6HG | - not rated | 3,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopsmead CofE (Aided) Middle School Sefton Road , KT19 9BQ | - not rated | 4,542 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheam High School Chatsworth Road , Cheam SM3 8PW | - not rated | 297 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheam High School Chatsworth Road , Cheam SM3 8PW | - not rated | 297 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nonsuch High School for Girls Ewell Road , Cheam SM3 8AB | - not rated | 1,654 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Nonsuch High School for Girls Ewell Road , Cheam SM3 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Glenthorne High School Sutton Common Road , SM3 9PS | 3out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morden Farm Middle School Aragon Road , SM4 4QU | - not rated | 2,645 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Malmesbury County Middle School Malmesbury Road , SM4 6HG | - not rated | 3,298 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Middle School Grand Drive , West Wimbledon SW20 9NA | - not rated | 3,709 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcross County Middle School Ashridge Way , SM4 4ED | - not rated | 3,798 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows County High School Central Road , SM4 5SE | - not rated | 3,832 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merton College Morden Park , London Road SM4 5QX | - not rated | 3,248 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carshalton College Nightingale Road , SM5 2EJ | - not rated | 3,801 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North East Surrey College of Technology Reigate Road , Ewell KT17 3DS | - not rated | 3,809 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Phoenix College Central Road , SM4 5SE | - not rated | 3,832 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 1,076 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes College Sutton West Centre , SM1 2SD | 3out of 4 | 1,096 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Limes College Sutton West Site , SM1 2SD | - not rated | 1,096 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Homefield Preparatory School Western Road , Sutton SM1 2TE | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
| Sutton High School GDST 55 Cheam Road , Sutton SM1 2AX | - not rated | 1,561 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Cafe | 118 Church Hill Road, North Cheam | 285 yd | |
| Harrisons @ Cheam High School | Cheam High School, Chatsworth Road | 297 yd | |
| Savoy Cafe | 6 St Dunstans Hill, Cheam | 556 yd | |
| All Time Catering & Outside Units | Sutton United Football Club, Gander Green Lane | 743 yd | |
| Beijing Garden | 33 - 37 Malden Road, Cheam | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gander Inn | The Gander Public House, 2 St Dunstans Hill | 618 yd | |
| The Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 28 Malden Road | 894 yd | |
| Nonsuch Inn | 552 - 556 London Road, North Cheam | 1,004 yd | |
| Ye Olde Red Lion | 17 Park Road, Cheam | 1,011 yd | |
| Claret Wine Bar | 33 The Broadway, Cheam | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty | 114 Church Hill Road, North Cheam | 277 yd | |
| Sea Horse Fish And Chips | 124 Church Hill Road, North Cheam | 301 yd | |
| The Raj | 16 St Dunstans Hill, Cheam | 556 yd | |
| Chow's | 151 Gander Green Lane, Sutton | 642 yd | |
| Mr India | 4 The Parade, Oldfields Road | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 566 London Road, North Cheam | 970 yd | |
| Cheam Arena | 563 - 567 London Road, North Cheam | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cheam High School CHATSWORTH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 271 yd |
| Sutton Churches Tennis Club Gander Green Lane | tennis courts | 678 yd |
| Cheam Leisure Centre MALDEN ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 739 yd |
| Sutton Utd Fc BOROUGH SPORTS GROUND BOROUGH SPORTS GROUND GANDER GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Cheam Recreation Ground Cheam Park Way | grass pitches, tennis courts | 894 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Sutton) LONDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 954 yd |
| Westbourne Primary School ANTON CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,047 yd |
| Club Constellation (Closed) London Road | 1,073 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 | 76.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.