Beeches Avenue is in Carshalton and in Sutton district. SM5 3LW is located in the Carshalton South & Clockhouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carshalton and Wallington. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, SM5 3LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SM5 3LJ, SM5 3LS, SM5 3NF, SM5 3LL, SM5 3JW, SM5 3LY, SM5 3LF, SM5 3JP, SM5 3LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SM5 3LW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 53.7% | 49.2% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.8% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 SM5 3LW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67.2% 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 | 21.8% | 19.2% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.3% | 67.2% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 23.0% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.6% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.7%) 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 | 57.8% | 56.4% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 33.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 8.7% | 8.7% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
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 SM5 3LW this area, 9.5% 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 53.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 9.5% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 4.9% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.6% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 15.8% | 1.4% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.4% | 53.3% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 19.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 70.9% 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 | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 5.2% | 13.2% | 8.0% | 3.1% | 10.1% |
| Pakistani | 3% | 3.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 83.4% | 70.9% | -12.5% | 81.4% | -10.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.3% 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 | 90.2% | 81.3% | -8.9% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 5% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 10.3% | 5.1% | 5.6% | 4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 81.3% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 16.6% | 16.3% | 9.8% | 6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.8% | 1.3% | -8.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 76.7% | 16.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 2.6% | 13.5% | -10.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 8.7% | 1.7% | 7.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beeches Avenue was 44.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.7% higher than the Belmont average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beeches Avenue has the 61st highest crime rate of 123 local areas in Belmont and the 234th lowest crime rate of 576 local areas in Sutton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2021-03-26 | £758,198 |
| 42 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2020-10-28 | £718,512 |
| 10 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2019-03-29 | £960,571 |
| 66A Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2018-08-15 | £924,952 |
| 44 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2018-03-15 | £699,607 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,396 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 3,553 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 4,754 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrow Hedges Primary School Harbury Road , SM5 4LA | 3out of 4 | 463 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Park Junior School Stanley Park Road , SM5 3JL | 3out of 4 | 665 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Park Infants School Stanley Park Road , SM5 3JL | 4out of 4 | 665 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's RC Junior School Shorts Road , SM5 2PB | 4out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonshire Primary School Devonshire Avenue , SM2 5JL | 3out of 4 | 1,334 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls Pound Street , SM5 3PS | 4out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oaks Park High School Damson Way , SM5 4NS | 1out of 4 | 1,222 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carshalton High School for Girls West Street , SM5 2QX | 3out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Sutton Grammar School Manor Lane , SM1 4AS | 4out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Overton Grange School 36 Stanley Road , SM2 6TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,864 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sutton Tuition and Reintegration Service Drapers Centre , Monkey Puzzle Way SM5 4NR | 4out of 4 | 965 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Seaton House School Banstead Road South , Sutton SM2 5LH | - not rated | 1,311 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Orchard Hill College of Further Education 8th Floor , The Quadrant SM2 5AS | - not rated | 1,419 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eagle House School Sutton 95 Brighton Road , SM2 5SJ | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collingwood School 3 Springfield Road , SM6 0BD | - not rated | 1,710 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love Daniela Tea Room And Coffee's | 2 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton | 221 yd | |
| Sakura Indian | 4 Beeches Avenue, Carshalton | 221 yd | |
| Tino's Tasty Italian Restaurant Limited | 1 - 3 Bridge House, Beeches Avenue | 246 yd | |
| Church Of The Good Shepherd | Queen Mary's Avenue, Carshalton | 267 yd | |
| Saint Martins | 97 Banstead Road, Carshalton | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Castle | 378 Carshalton Road, Carshalton | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Express | 6 Station Approach, Gordon Road | 292 yd | |
| The Love Kebab And Pizza | 75 Banstead Road, Carshalton | 311 yd | |
| Master Fryer | 67 Banstead Road, Carshalton | 311 yd | |
| Chopstick House | 64 Banstead Road, Carshalton | 354 yd | |
| Tasty Pizza | 1 Gordon Road, Carshalton | 394 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 89-91 Banstead Road, Carshalton | 301 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 132 Stanley Park Road, Carshalton | 615 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carshalton Lawn Tennis Club Beeches Avenue | tennis courts | 74 yd |
| Barrow Hedges Primary School HARBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Stanley Park Stanley Park Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 602 yd |
| Sutton Highfields Lawn Tennis Club Mayfield Road | tennis courts | 777 yd |
| Stanley Park High School ROMAN WAY | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 984 yd |
| Stanley Park High School (Closed) Stanley Park Road | health and fitness suite | 987 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 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.