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44,080
Population
15,117
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£81,802
Avg. household income
1,485
Businesses
5,167
People per km²
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About The Wrythe

The Wrythe is a residential area located in the London Borough of Sutton, within Greater London. It is situated in the SM5 postcode area and is primarily a suburban neighbourhood. The area features a mix of housing styles, including detached and semi-detached homes, with green spaces and parks providing recreational opportunities for residents.

Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, making it a practical choice for families. The Wrythe is well-connected to public transport, with bus services and nearby train stations offering access to central London and surrounding areas. The community is served by various local services, ensuring that residents have access to essential needs within a short distance.

School Ratings in The Wrythe

There are 435 schools in and around The Wrythe. 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 The Wrythe

The average property price is £457K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £423K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in The Wrythe

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across The Wrythe, with 216 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in The Wrythe

The Wrythe 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 The Wrythe

There are 85 GP surgeries within three miles of The Wrythe, the nearest being Wrythe Green Surgery (0.2 miles away).

Local Data for The Wrythe

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Property Prices 4,117 sales

Average Price £457K
£100 , £4.55M
Detached £809K 350
Semi £596K 882
Terraced £423K 1,697
Flat £283K 1,070

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

208 Primary
54 Secondary
173 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 14
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SM5 postcode area.

Rushy Meadow Primary Academy Primary Good 0.1 miles Muschamp Children's Centre 0.2 miles Muschamp Primary School and Language Opportunity Base Primary Requires Improvement 0.2 miles Carshalton High School for Girls Secondary Good 0.3 miles Carshalton Boys Sports College Secondary Good 0.3 miles Harris Junior Academy Carshalton Primary 0.4 miles Victor Seymour Children's Centre Good 0.4 miles Victor Seymour Infants' School Primary 0.4 miles St Mary's RC Infants School Primary Good 0.5 miles Hackbridge Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Wandle Valley Academy Not applicable Good 0.6 miles Greenshaw High School Secondary 0.6 miles

Household Income in The Wrythe ONS 2023

The average total household income in The Wrythe is approximately £81,802 a year before tax, 48% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £53,155. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

The Wrythe £81,802
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £53,155.

Businesses in The Wrythe ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,485 active businesses based in The Wrythe, around 34 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,485 Total businesses
34 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 93%
Small, 10-49 6%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in The Wrythe IMD 2025

The Wrythe 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
7/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 22%
Working age 64%
Older 65+ 14%
9,601 Children (0-15) 22%
28,346 Working Age 64%
6,131 Older (65+) 14%
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 The Wrythe 1,033 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

The Wrythe 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 330
Anti-Social Behaviour 216
Shoplifting 93
Vehicle Crime 84
Public Order 72
Other Theft 61
Criminal Damage & Arson 47
Drugs 42
Burglary 39
Robbery 16
Other Crime 14
Weapons 8
Theft from Person 8
Bicycle Theft 3
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

Carshalton Train Station 0.5 miles
Hackbridge Train Station 0.7 miles
Sutton Common Train Station 1.2 miles
Wallington Train Station 1.2 miles
Mitcham Junction Train Station 1.4 miles
West Sutton Train Station 1.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Benhilton 0.6 miles Hackbridge 0.6 miles St Helier 0.6 miles Carshalton 0.6 miles Beddington Corner 0.9 miles Rosehill 0.9 miles Carshalton Beeches 1.2 miles Sutton 1.4 miles Wallington 1.4 miles Bandonhill 1.4 miles Carshalton on the Hill 1.4 miles South Beddington 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in The Wrythe

Of the 16,696 households in and around The Wrythe, 67% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 67% Social rented 19% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about The Wrythe

What is the population of The Wrythe?
The Wrythe has a population of approximately 44,080 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in The Wrythe?
The average property in and around The Wrythe sold for about £456,924, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 31% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is The Wrythe a deprived area?
The Wrythe sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover The Wrythe?
The Wrythe is covered by the SM5 postcode district.
How many schools are there in The Wrythe?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of The Wrythe, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to The Wrythe?
The nearest railway station to The Wrythe is Carshalton Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

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