5 best places to live in Sutton

The Well House, previously known as Sutton Court

It’s right out at the southern extreme of London, but don’t let that fool you; Sutton is no one-horse town. This rather charming outer borough has plenty to offer, from great schools to a thriving cultural scene. To find out the 5 best places to live in Sutton, we turn to HomeViews reviewers for their unique insights into the best new homes in the area.

Where is Sutton?

Sutton is one of the southwest outer London boroughs that’s almost venturing into Surrey. With Mitcham to the north, Croydon to the east and Epsom to the west, it’s nestled in some prime south London real estate.

5 best places to live in Sutton

Let’s take a closer look at some of the best-ranked property developments in Sutton. As always, our rankings are determined entirely by the scores given by the resident reviewers.

If there are any developments that catch your eye, just click for more details. This will take you to its dedicated page, where you can find all the submitted reviews and scores that will help you find the best places to live in Sutton.

*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.

1. The Well House, SM1

Greystar
4.41 (200 reviews) 4.41 (200 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Sutton
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Rising to the top of our best places to live in Sutton, we have The Well House, an INSTRATA Lifestyle Residence managed by Greystar. The development features a range of pet-friendly apartments and penthouses described by residents as spacious, well-appointed and intelligently designed. Residents also have access to an array of facilities including a concierge, gardens, resident lounges, a private dining room and an on-site gym. The development itself is a two-minute walk to Sutton station, with quick links via Thameslink and Southern rail services into Central London.

Read reviews and details of The Well House, SM1

2. New Mill Quarter, SM6

Barratt Homes, Sage Homes
3.97 (27 reviews) 3.97 (27 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Sutton
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New Mill Quarter, by Barratt Homes, has recently jumped back up to the top spot for Sutton, up from second place. This development sits in Wallington, moments away from Beddington Park. Comprising 440 one and two-bedroom apartments and three and four-bedroom houses, it offers links to London Victoria in 30 minutes. As well as this, residents benefit from on-site gardens, a Lidl supermarket on the ground floor and a proposed café.

Read reviews and details of New Mill Quarter, SM6

3. The Lavenders, SM5

Clarion Housing
3.84 (22 reviews) 3.84 (22 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Sutton
Image of The Lavenders, SM5

In third place for Sutton is The Lavenders, by Clarion Housing. Just 30 minutes from London Victoria, the development features one and two-bedroom apartments as well as three-bedroom townhouses. Residents say that the development is warm and inviting, but with a modern feel. It’s also conveniently close to the River Wandle and nearby green spaces such as Beddington Park.

Read reviews and details of The Lavenders, SM5

4. Sienna House, SM1

Savills
4.08 (20 reviews) 4.08 (20 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Sutton
Image of Sienna House, SM1

Fourth place goes to Sienna House, which offers studio, one, two and three-bedroom apartments. The apartments come with a high-spec finish and can be furnished or unfurnished. Located in the heart of Sutton, just moments from its mainline station, Sienna House is a stone throw’s from Central London, making it ideal for those commuting into the city.

Read reviews and details of Sienna House, SM1

5. Old Gas Works, SM1

Linden Homes
3.64 (5 reviews) 3.64 (5 reviews)
Area guide to Borough of Sutton
Image of Old Gas Works, SM1

In fifth place is the Old Gas Works, a Linden Homes development with 186 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. The development is situated right on Sutton High Street, giving easy access to local amenities such as Sainsbury’s, Asda and various pubs and cafés. It’s also only a 10-minute walk from both Sutton and West Sutton stations.

Read reviews and details of Old Gas Works, SM1

Living in Sutton – What can you expect?

Sutton’s main strength is that it gives a balance of rural and city living benefits. If you want to have the perks of a London lifestyle, but in a more peaceful setting, Sutton delivers.

Firstly, there are excellent transport links into central London. You can be right in the heart of the capital in under half an hour by train. Plus, there’s no shortage of bus routes to nearby Wimbledon, Croydon and Kingston.

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As for what’s on your doorstep, Sutton is well supplied with green spaces. It has an abundance of excellent parks, including Manor Park, Cheam Park, and Overton Park and Recreation Ground. There’s also the famous Nonsuch Park, the beautiful surviving remnants of Henry VIII’s former palace.

Alongside all this natural and historical beauty, Sutton also has many of the best schooling options in the country. It is also routinely ranked among the lowest crime rate boroughs in London each year. This is why Sutton was named the best place in London for families to move to in 2020.

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Average property prices in Sutton

Another big draw for living in Sutton is its relative affordability. According to Rightmove, the average sales price for properties in Sutton approximately £524,000 with flats usually going for about £293,000. Like much of the UK, prices in Sutton have stagnated over the past year.

For renting in Sutton, expect to pay about £1,750 per calendar month. This is significantly lower than the London rental average.


Hopefully, our list can serve as a good starting point for your exploration of Sutton. If you need to know more, click the link for our dedicated guide. Here you’ll discover what this south London borough is all about.

Borough of Sutton

Borough of Sutton
Sutton is a hugely popular commuter spot for young families seeking more space outside central London areas. Excellent schools add to its appeal, alongside plenty of open green spaces and good value homes. The town of Sutton offers a great selection of family homes, Read more about Borough of Sutton

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