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Location in Greater LondonCarshalton on the Hill sits where the marker shows within the county.

38,508
Population
15,088
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£81,861
Avg. household income
1,479
Businesses
4,070
People per km²
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About Carshalton on the Hill

Carshalton on the Hill is a residential area within the London Borough of Sutton, located in Greater London. It lies to the south of the River Wandle and is part of the historic parish of Carshalton. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing, with tree-lined streets and a number of local shops and community facilities. The nearby Carshalton Beeches nature reserve offers walking paths and a peaceful environment, popular with local residents. The postcode area SM6 covers this part of south London, and the area is well connected by public transport, including regular bus services and a nearby railway station on the London Overground network. Carshalton on the Hill maintains a strong sense of community, with local events and activities throughout the year.

School Ratings in Carshalton on the Hill

There are 377 schools in and around Carshalton on the Hill. Wallington County Grammar School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carshalton on the Hill

The average property price is £456K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £277K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carshalton on the Hill

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Carshalton on the Hill, with 221 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carshalton on the Hill

Carshalton on the Hill sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Carshalton on the Hill

There are 66 GP surgeries within three miles of Carshalton on the Hill, the nearest being Shotfield Medical Practice (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for Carshalton on the Hill

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Property Prices 4,582 sales

Average Price £456K
£245 , £42M
Detached £769K 324
Semi £579K 991
Terraced £468K 1,108
Flat £277K 2,006

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

191 Primary
47 Secondary
139 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SM6 postcode area.

Wood Field Primary School Primary 86 yards Stanley Park Children's Centre 0.4 miles Stanley Park Junior School Primary Good 0.4 miles Stanley Park Infants School Primary Good 0.4 miles Collingwood School Not applicable 0.4 miles All Saints Carshalton Church of England Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Wallington High School for Girls Secondary 0.6 miles Oaks Park High School Secondary Good 0.7 miles JUS Education Not applicable Good 0.7 miles Bandon Hill Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St Philomena's Catholic High School for Girls Secondary Good 0.8 miles St Mary's RC Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Carshalton on the Hill ONS 2023

The average total household income in Carshalton on the Hill is approximately £81,861 a year before tax, 48% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,176. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Carshalton on the Hill £81,861
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,176.

Businesses in Carshalton on the Hill ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,479 active businesses based in Carshalton on the Hill, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 21 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,479 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 92%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Carshalton on the Hill IMD 2025

Carshalton on the Hill sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 15%
8,122 Children (0-15) 21%
24,565 Working Age 64%
5,825 Older (65+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 26.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.5% 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 Carshalton on the Hill 874 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Carshalton on the Hill 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 262
Anti-Social Behaviour 221
Shoplifting 112
Other Theft 59
Vehicle Crime 59
Public Order 43
Burglary 37
Drugs 32
Robbery 14
Theft from Person 14
Other Crime 14
Bicycle Theft 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 2
Weapons 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Wallington Train Station 0.4 miles
Carshalton Train Station 0.9 miles
Hackbridge Train Station 1.5 miles
Waddon Train Station 1.9 miles
Sutton Common Train Station 2.2 miles
West Sutton Train Station 2.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

South Beddington 0.6 miles Carshalton Beeches 0.6 miles Wallington 0.9 miles Bandonhill 0.9 miles Woodcote Green 0.9 miles Carshalton 0.9 miles Roundshaw 1.2 miles Hackbridge 1.2 miles Little Woodcote 1.2 miles The Wrythe 1.4 miles Beddington 1.8 miles Woodcote 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Sutton
Ward Wallington North
Constituency Carshalton and Wallington
Parish Sutton, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Carshalton on the Hill

Of the 15,366 households in and around Carshalton on the Hill, 63% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 19% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Carshalton on the Hill.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carshalton on the Hill

What is the population of Carshalton on the Hill?
Carshalton on the Hill has a population of approximately 38,508 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Carshalton on the Hill?
The average property in and around Carshalton on the Hill sold for about £456,448, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Carshalton on the Hill a deprived area?
Carshalton on the Hill sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Carshalton on the Hill?
Carshalton on the Hill is covered by the SM6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Carshalton on the Hill?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Carshalton on the Hill, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Carshalton on the Hill?
The nearest railway station to Carshalton on the Hill is Wallington Train Station, about 0.4 miles away.

Streets in SM6 30 shown View all streets

Abinger Close 1 Acre Lane 2 Adastra Way 1 Alcester Road 6 Alington Grove 3 Amber Wood Close 1 Ambrey Way 1 Amy Close 1 Angora Close 1 Apeldoorn Drive 2 Archway Close 1 Arran Close 1 Ascot Mews 1 Avenue Road 2 Avro Way 1 Bampfylde Close 1 Bandon Rise 1 Banstead Way 1 Barlow Close 1 Barnard Close 1 Beddington Gardens 11 Beddington Grove 3 Belmont Road 3 Berkeley Court 1 Bernard Road 1 Birch Court 1 Birchwood Avenue 2 Blenheim Close 1 Blenheim Gardens 5 Bluebell Close 1

Postcodes in SM6 50 shown View all postcodes

SM6 0AA SM6 0AB SM6 0AD SM6 0AE SM6 0AG SM6 0AH SM6 0AN SM6 0AP SM6 0AQ SM6 0AR SM6 0AS SM6 0AT SM6 0AU SM6 0AW SM6 0AX SM6 0AY SM6 0AZ SM6 0BA SM6 0BB SM6 0BD SM6 0BE SM6 0BG SM6 0BL SM6 0BP SM6 0BQ SM6 0BW SM6 0BX SM6 0BY SM6 0DB SM6 0DD SM6 0DE SM6 0DJ SM6 0DS SM6 0DW SM6 0DX SM6 0DZ SM6 0EA SM6 0EB SM6 0ED SM6 0EF SM6 0EG SM6 0EJ SM6 0EL SM6 0EN SM6 0EP SM6 0EQ SM6 0ES SM6 0ET SM6 0EU SM6 0EW