Postcode Analysis Merton, London

IVY GARDENS, CR4 1BR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for IVY GARDENS, CR4 1BR.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR4 1BR 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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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

CR4 1BR has a highly multicultural community character — 61% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 1BR is a safe, established residential area on Ivy Gardens, 0.9km from Tamworth in Merton. Administratively it sits within Pollards Hill ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For families considering a move, CR4 1BR represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 61% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £295k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1BR are sourced from Output Area E00017369 (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 1BR. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.9%
Asian / British Asian17.6%
Black / African / Caribbean29.1%
Other / Mixed14.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 295,000

5 sales · Mean £ 290,400

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

CR4 1BR has low crime rates — 42 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 offences118
Anti-social behaviour93
Criminal damage and arson31
Vehicle crime31
Shoplifting20

school Local Schools

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Harris Academy Merton

Outstanding1388 pupils0.1 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils0.2 km
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William Morris Primary School

Good306 pupils0.2 km
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The Sherwood School

Good360 pupils0.5 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils0.9 km
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Norbury Manor Primary School

Good402 pupils1.1 km
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The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy

Requires Improvement684 pupils1.2 km
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Gonville Academy

Good479 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Food and Wine0.5 km
  • Post Office0.4 km
  • Wheelers Newsagents0.9 km
  • Londis0.3 km
  • Manor Mini Market0.3 km
  • + 14 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

14 nearby
  • Breakfast and after school club at The Sherwood School0.5 km
  • Fornos Delicatessen1.0 km
  • Panda Express0.4 km
  • Ceylin's0.3 km
  • Dan Grill Express1.0 km
  • + 9 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Taste of China0.4 km
  • Morleys0.3 km
  • Sherwood Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • Wings Cottage0.5 km
  • Kohinoor Spice0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Miller & Carter1.0 km
  • Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co Op0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norbury1.4 km
  • Mitcham Eastfields1.5 km
  • Mitcham Junction1.8 km