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Merstham

England / South East / Reigate and Banstead / Merstham

About

Merstham is a suburban village located in the Reigate and Banstead borough of Surrey. It sits between Redhill and Coulsdon, with easy access to the M25 and M23 motorways. The area features a mix of residential housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern developments. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and a primary school, catering to everyday needs.

The village has good transport links, with Merstham railway station providing direct services to London Victoria and London Bridge. Nearby open spaces, such as Merstham Recreation Ground and the North Downs, offer walking and outdoor activities. The area retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while benefiting from its proximity to larger towns like Redhill and Reigate for additional services and employment opportunities.

Area overview

On average Merstham has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Merstham is £58,100 per year. There are 4 schools in Merstham: 2 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
27.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Merstham Population
6,864
Population density
2,909.8 per km²

Demographics

British
5,314
77.42%
Other White
373
5.43%
African
198
2.88%
Other Asian
131
1.91%
Pakistani
95
1.38%
Total population: 6,864

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,015
38.04%
Owns outright
652
24.44%
Other social rented
520
19.49%
Private landlord or letting agency
250
9.37%
Social rents from council
148
5.55%
Total households: 2,668

Property prices in Merstham

Based on 56 recent sales, the median property price is £437,500 in Merstham area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,000 up to £881,600.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£627,500
Flats11£260,000
Semi-Detached21£470,000
Terraced18£425,000

10 years price trend in Merstham

All postcodes in Merstham

RH13HJ

Ash Close

RH13HX

Portland Drive

RH13JQ

Huddleston Crescent

RH13PB

Delabole Road

RH13EN

Albert Road

RH13JX

Mansfield Drive

RH13ND

Malmstone Avenue

RH13JP

Hildenley Close

RH13NG

Radstock Way
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.