Groveside Close is in Carshalton and in Sutton district. SM5 2EQ is located in the St Helier West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carshalton and Wallington. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Groveside Close, Carshalton, SM5 2EQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SM5 2SF, SM5 2ER, SM5 1RN, SM5 2ET, SM5 2SU, SM5 2SS, SM5 2SR, SM5 2SE, SM5 2SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SM5 2EQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 52.4% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 46.2% | 47.6% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.5% | 37.9% | 1.4% | 37.9% | 0.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 47.9% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 7.5% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.3% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 53.5% | 48.9% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 39.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 8.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.1% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.5% | 13.6% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.7% | 11.8% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 10.7% | -5.9% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 19.6% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 37.1% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 9.1% | 3.2% | -5.9% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.3% 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 | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 3.4% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 6.6% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 4.6% | 3.7% | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| Other Asian | 8.5% | 6% | -2.5% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 1.4% | -1.6% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.7% | 1.1% | -1.6% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 73.3% | 66.3% | -7.0% | 81.4% | -15.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
In this area, 75.3% 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 | 81.5% | 75.3% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 6% | 4.5% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 1.7% | -3.8% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.1% | 13.9% | 4.8% | 5.6% | 8.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 75.1% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 19.5% | 18.6% | 9.8% | 9.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.1% | 2.3% | -3.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10% | 1.1% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 6.8% | 1.7% | 5.1% |
| Muslim | 9.1% | 6.5% | 2.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Groveside Close was 37.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.3% lower than the St Helier East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Groveside Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in St Helier East and the 206th lowest crime rate of 576 local areas in Sutton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Groveside Close, Carshalton, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2025-03-05 | £251,074 |
| 23 Groveside Close, Carshalton, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-10-15 | £267,078 |
| 32 Groveside Close, Carshalton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2024-09-04 | £479,078 |
| 4 Groveside Close, Carshalton, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-08-14 | £312,591 |
| 26 Groveside Close, Carshalton, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2023-07-28 | £255,296 |
SM5 2EQ 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 | 134 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Wall Nursery School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | 4out of 4 | 2,656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base Muschamp Road , SM5 2SE | 3out of 4 | 254 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rushy Meadow Primary Academy Rushy Meadow Lane , Fellowes Road SM5 2SG | 1out of 4 | 541 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tweeddale Primary School Tweeddale Road , SM5 1SW | 3out of 4 | 821 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Junior Academy Carshalton Harris Junior Academy Carshalton Camden Road , Harris Junior Academy Carshalton SM5 2NS | 3out of 4 | 1,219 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culvers House Primary School Orchard Avenue , CR4 4JH | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carshalton Boys Sports College Winchcombe Road , SM5 1RW | 3out of 4 | 65 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenshaw High School Grennell Road , SM1 3DY | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carshalton High School for Girls West Street , SM5 2QX | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Harris Academy Morden Lilleshall Road , SM4 6DU | 4out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls Pound Street , SM5 3PS | 4out of 4 | 1,719 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,118 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wandle Valley Academy Welbeck Road , SM5 1LW | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Canterbury Campus Canterbury Road , SM4 6PT | 3out of 4 | 1,829 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton College of Learning for Adults St Nicholas Way , SM1 1EA | - not rated | 2,526 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Collingwood School 3 Springfield Road , SM6 0BD | - not rated | 2,570 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Hill College of Further Education 8th Floor , The Quadrant SM2 5AS | - not rated | 2,598 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carshalton Boys Sports College Kitchen | Carshalton Boys Sports College, Winchcombe Road | 155 yd | |
| Tudor Cafe | 127 Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 428 yd | |
| H's Cafe | 111 Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 526 yd | |
| Cinnamon | 13 Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 653 yd | |
| Moo And Bean | 4 William Street, Carshalton | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carshalton Darby And Joans Club | Darby And Joan Club, 18 Cooper Crescent | 755 yd | |
| The Railway Tavern | 47 North Street, Carshalton | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morley's | 129 Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 428 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | 133 Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 428 yd | |
| Royal Fried Chicken | 9 Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 653 yd | |
| Pearl China | 11 Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 653 yd | |
| Wrythe Green Fishbar | 26 Green Wrythe Lane, Carshalton | 742 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carshalton Boys Sports College WINCHCOMBE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 155 yd |
| Century Youth Centre (Closed) Fellowes Road | 311 yd | |
| Wandle Valley School WELBECK ROAD | grass pitches | 747 yd |
| Royston Park Royston Avenue | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Wrythe Recreation Ground Brookfield Avenue | grass pitches | 779 yd |
| Greenshaw High School GRENNELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| Pulse Health & Fitness Carshalton CARSHALTON COLLEGE CARSHALTON COLLEGE NIGHTINGALE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 902 yd |
| Carshalton High School For Girls WEST STREET | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,010 yd |
| Carshalton Athletic Fc COLSTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| St Helier Open Space Tweeddale Road | grass pitches | 1,037 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.