Wallington (SM6) in south London exhibits moderate price appreciation alongside rental gains. Over five years, capital values grew at a 1.6% compound annual rate while rental yields expanded at 5.7% annually, suggesting investor interest in rental income over capital growth. Population expanded modestly at 0.6% across the same period. The district currently sits in the active gentrification phase, placing it in the 79th percentile nationally for development trajectory with a score of 55.3/100. This combination of rental momentum, slower capital growth, and ongoing urban change characterises Wallington as an area experiencing residential transition, though historical price appreciation remains constrained relative to broader London trends.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.6% per year
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What's changing in Wallington · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 2.8 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by risk.
Wallington (SM6) common questions
Is Wallington up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Wallington (SM6) as Active. Its trajectory score is 58/100 (Strong), in the top 12% of districts nationally. The score is up 12.7 points over the last 12 months.
Is Wallington safe?
Wallington has a safety score of 77/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Wallington?
The average property price in Wallington (SM6) is £606k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Wallington?
The median monthly rent in Wallington (SM6) is £1,536 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Wallington?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Mitcham (CR4), Welwyn (AL6), Hertford (SG14), Knebworth (SG3), Welwyn Garden City (AL8). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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