CR4 1DZ is a safe, established residential area on Oxford Close, 0.3km from Tamworth in Merton. Administratively it sits within Longthornton ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR4, CR4 1DZ offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £464k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1DZ are sourced from Output Area E00017291 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OXFORD CLOSE, CR4 1DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OXFORD CLOSE, CR4 1DZ.
378
44
£ 59,200 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR4 1DZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CR4 1DZ's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £464k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR4 1DZ. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 478,025
6 sales · Mean £ 476,008
Terraced
£ 432,000
7 sales · Mean £ 433,921
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR4 1DZ has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
The Sherwood School
Harris Primary Academy Merton
Harris Academy Merton
William Morris Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Academy
Lonesome Primary School
Stanford Primary School
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.2 km
- Miller & Carter0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Panda Express0.7 km
- Ceylin's0.8 km
- Dan Grill Express0.8 km
- Jackietastethedifference0.8 km
- Rooster N Pizza0.9 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Op0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Morleys0.5 km
- Sherwood Fish & Chips0.3 km
- Wings Cottage0.3 km
- Peters Fish and Kebab0.8 km
- Kohinoor Spice0.3 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Food and Wine0.3 km
- Post Office0.7 km
- Tamworth Newsagents0.8 km
- Londis0.8 km
- Manor Mini Market0.5 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Mitcham Eastfields1.0 km
- Mitcham Junction1.4 km
- Norbury1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: CR41DZ · Data under Open Government Licence