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Location in Greater LondonBelmont sits where the marker shows within the county.

31,053
Population
12,288
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£88,861
Avg. household income
1,158
Businesses
4,453
People per km²
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About Belmont

Belmont is a town in Greater London, England. Addresses here fall under the SM2 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Cheam and East Ewell.

Around 31,053 people live in Belmont, a densely built-up urban area. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Belmont sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Belmont

There are 308 schools in and around Belmont. Avenue Primary Academy and Harris Academy Sutton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 2 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Belmont

The average property price is £533K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £291K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Belmont

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Belmont, with 150 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Belmont

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Belmont ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.

Healthcare in Belmont

There are 52 GP surgeries within three miles of Belmont, the nearest being Kirkby Pharmacy (0.3 miles away).

Property Prices 3,610 sales

Average Price £533K
£4K , £4.8M
Detached £1.08M 783
Semi £718K 343
Terraced £493K 391
Flat £291K 1,998

Household Income in Belmont ONS 2023

The average total household income in Belmont is approximately £88,861 a year before tax, 61% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £56,910. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Belmont £88,861
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £56,910.

Businesses in Belmont ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,158 active businesses based in Belmont, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,158 Total businesses
37 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Belmont IMD 2025

Belmont is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
9/10
Health
8/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 19%
5,921 Children (0-15) 19%
19,327 Working Age 62%
5,798 Older (65+) 19%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Belmont 700 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Belmont sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 216
Anti-Social Behaviour 150
Public Order 51
Shoplifting 51
Vehicle Crime 50
Criminal Damage & Arson 45
Other Theft 41
Burglary 29
Drugs 25
Other Crime 19
Robbery 7
Theft from Person 7
Weapons 5
Bicycle Theft 4
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

West Sutton Train Station 1.3 miles
Banstead Train Station 1.4 miles
Sutton Common Train Station 1.9 miles
Carshalton Train Station 2 miles
Wallington Train Station 2.3 miles
Stoneleigh Train Station 2.3 miles

Location

Local Government

District Sutton
County Surrey
Ward Sutton South
Constituency Sutton and Cheam
Parish Sutton, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Belmont

Of the 12,962 households in and around Belmont, 60% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 30% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 9% Private rented 30%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Belmont.

Frequently Asked Questions about Belmont

What is the population of Belmont?
Belmont has a population of approximately 31,053 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Belmont?
The average property in and around Belmont sold for about £533,423, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 53% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Belmont a deprived area?
Belmont sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Belmont?
Belmont is covered by the SM2 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Belmont?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Belmont, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Belmont?
The nearest railway station to Belmont is West Sutton Train Station, about 1.3 miles away.