Every year, Rightmove asks thousands of people across Great Britain about their feelings toward where they live, covering factors such as community pride, safety and overall satisfaction.
Of the 32 London boroughs and the City of London included in the survey, Sutton placed 22nd in London and 171st nationally.
This means Sutton didn’t rank particularly high and fell more into the unhappiest place to live category.
Residents in Sutton enjoy a mix of suburban living, parks and recreational spaces, and good transport links to central London.
The borough is known for its green spaces, including Nonsuch Park, Manor Park, and Beddington Park, which have walking routes, fountains, sports facilities and playgrounds for families.
Sutton’s housing stock is varied, with a combination of detached and semi-detached family homes, Victorian terraces, and modern apartments.
House prices in Sutton have an overall average of £491,645 over the last year.
The majority of properties sold in Sutton during the last year were flats, selling for an average price of £300,265.
Terraced properties sold for an average of £511,549, with semi-detached properties fetching £626,438.
Over the last year, average property prices in the borough were around £480,000, with flats averaging £310,000 and terraced properties £520,000.
Schools are a major factor influencing residents’ satisfaction.
Sutton is home to a number of highly rated schools, including ones praised by The Sunday Times, like Sutton Grammar School, Wallington High School for Girls, Nonsuch High School for Girls, and Wilson’s School.
Transport links are also a highlight, with mainline trains from Sutton station taking around 30 minutes to London Victoria, while buses and tram connections provide easy travel across the borough and beyond.
The area also offers cultural and leisure amenities, including the Honeywood Museum in Carshalton, and Nonsuch Mansion.
Despite its low placing in Rightmove’s happiness index, Sutton remains appealing to residents seeking suburban space, good schools, and links to central London.
Richmond-upon-Thames was named the happiest borough, while Barking & Dagenham ranked as the unhappiest.
