Postcode Analysis Merton, London

MEOPHAM ROAD, CR4 1BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEOPHAM ROAD, CR4 1BG.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CR4 1BG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines CR4 1BG — 51% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CR4 1BG is a safe, established residential area on Meopham Road, 0.8km from Streatham Vale in Merton. Administratively it sits within Longthornton ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £282k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00017277 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR4 1BG. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British49.1%
Asian / British Asian15.7%
Black / African / Caribbean21.3%
Other / Mixed13.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 275,000

8 sales · Mean £ 270,437

Detached

£ 462,750

2 sales · Mean £ 462,750

Terraced

£ 415,000

1 sales · Mean £ 415,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CR4 1BG has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences148
Anti-social behaviour86
Vehicle crime39
Other theft27
Drugs26

school Local Schools

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Lonesome Primary School

Good366 pupils0.3 km
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Beecholme Primary School

Good192 pupils0.5 km
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Granton Primary School

Outstanding619 pupils0.5 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils0.6 km
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Woodmansterne School

Good1483 pupils0.8 km
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St Mark's Church of England Academy

Good807 pupils0.8 km
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Gorringe Park Primary School

Good422 pupils0.8 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

38 nearby
  • Leonard Mini-Market0.3 km
  • SIP UP - 24/7 ALCOHOL DELIVERY0.6 km
  • Greens1.0 km
  • Ambaal Stores0.8 km
  • Best One Mini Market0.8 km
  • + 33 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Vale0.3 km
  • Purkins Wine Bar0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Four Seasons Bistro0.7 km
  • Panda Express1.0 km
  • Bib's Esfihas0.9 km
  • Chicken Express0.3 km
  • Chicken Sky0.9 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Morleys0.9 km
  • Sizzling Plaice0.7 km
  • Dragon Inn0.1 km
  • Curry Master0.9 km
  • Morleys0.8 km
  • + 10 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mitcham Eastfields0.7 km
  • Streatham Common1.1 km
  • Tooting1.5 km