About St Helier

St Helier is a suburb located in Greater London, specifically within the SM5 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, offering a mix of housing options and local amenities. The suburb features several parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation. The local high street includes a variety of shops, cafes, and services, catering to the everyday needs of residents. St Helier is well-connected to central London, with public transport options available, making it a convenient location for commuters. The area also has schools and community facilities, contributing to a family-friendly environment.

School Ratings in St Helier

Families in St Helier have access to 478 local schools. Sutton Tuition and Reintegration Service and Barrow Hedges Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in St Helier

Homes sell for an average of £456K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £422K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in St Helier

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across St Helier, with 138 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in St Helier

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places St Helier around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in St Helier

St Helier benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,413 sales

Average Price £456K
£100 — £4.11M
Detached £826K 367
Semi £595K 949
Terraced £422K 1,810
Flat £288K 1,167

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

231 Primary
58 Secondary
189 Other
Wandle Valley Academy Good 149 yards Spencer Nursery Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Spencer Nursery School Nursery Good 0.3 miles Culvers House Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Tweeddale Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Carshalton Boys Sports College Secondary Good 0.5 miles Tweeddale Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Muschamp Children's Centre 0.5 miles Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base Primary Requires Improvement 0.5 miles Green Wrythe Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Hackbridge Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Rushy Meadow Primary Academy Primary Good 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in St Helier IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in St Helier are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
14,380 Children (0-15) 21%
43,213 Working Age 64%
12,871 Older (60+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.1% 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 St Helier 849 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for St Helier are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

295 Violence & Sexual Offences
138 Anti-Social Behaviour
76 Shoplifting
72 Vehicle Crime
54 Public Order
50 Other Theft
47 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Burglary
30 Drugs
15 Robbery
15 Other Crime
12 Theft from Person
5 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
Local Policing
Metropolitan St Helier East Visit force website →
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

Hackbridge Train Station 0.8 miles
Mitcham Junction Train Station 0.8 miles
Carshalton Train Station 1.1 miles
Sutton Common Train Station 1.3 miles
Morden South Train Station 1.6 miles
Wallington Train Station 1.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rosehill 0.6 miles Beddington Corner 0.6 miles The Wrythe 0.6 miles Benhilton 0.9 miles Hackbridge 0.9 miles Carshalton 1.2 miles Mitcham 1.4 miles Sutton 1.8 miles Wallington 1.8 miles Bandonhill 1.8 miles Morden 1.8 miles Carshalton Beeches 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Sutton
County Surrey
Ward St. Helier West
Constituency Carshalton and Wallington
Parish Sutton, unparished area
Region London

Streets in SM5 30 shown View all streets

Acre Lane 2 Alexandra Gardens 1 Alma Road 2 Almond Avenue 1 Alphabet Gardens 1 Alpine View 1 Anglesey Court Road 1 Anglesey Gardens 3 Ansell Grove 1 Arcadia Close 1 Arlington Drive 3 Ash Close 1 Ashcombe Road 1 Assembly Walk 1 Aultone Way 1 Aultone Yard 1 Bakers Gardens 1 Balfour Road 1 Bankside Close 1 Banstead Road 9 Barrow Avenue 1 Barrow Hedges Close 1 Barrow Hedges Way 1 Baywillow Avenue 1 Beacon Grove 1 Beadlow Close 1 Beddington Gardens 2 Beech Close 1 Beeches Avenue 5 Beeches Walk 2

Postcodes in SM5 50 shown View all postcodes

SM5 1AA SM5 1AD SM5 1AE SM5 1AF SM5 1AG SM5 1AH SM5 1AJ SM5 1AL SM5 1AP SM5 1AR SM5 1AU SM5 1AW SM5 1AX SM5 1AY SM5 1AZ SM5 1BD SM5 1BH SM5 1BJ SM5 1BL SM5 1BP SM5 1BQ SM5 1BS SM5 1BT SM5 1BU SM5 1BX SM5 1BY SM5 1BZ SM5 1DA SM5 1DB SM5 1DD SM5 1DF SM5 1DG SM5 1DH SM5 1DL SM5 1DN SM5 1DP SM5 1DR SM5 1DS SM5 1DT SM5 1DW SM5 1DZ SM5 1EA SM5 1EE SM5 1EH SM5 1EJ SM5 1EL SM5 1EN SM5 1EP SM5 1EQ SM5 1ER