Postcode Analysis Merton, London

LINKS AVENUE, SM4 4AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINKS AVENUE, SM4 4AE.

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Population

373

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 68,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM4 4AE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

SM4 4AE is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 83% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SM4 4AE is a sought-after residential area on Links Avenue, 0.7km from Morden in Merton. Administratively it sits within Cannon Hill ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in SM4, SM4 4AE offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 83% 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 — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for SM4 4AE are sourced from Output Area E00017033 (shared with 8 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 SM4 4AE. The average age is 40.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British54.2%
Asian / British Asian32.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed11.0%

Economic Activity

48%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.

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

SM4 4AE has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour60
Violence and sexual offences46
Drugs15
Vehicle crime14
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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Perseid School

Outstanding152 pupils0.5 km
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Abbotsbury Primary School

Good405 pupils0.6 km
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Poplar Primary School

Good670 pupils0.6 km
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Hillcross Primary School

Good479 pupils0.6 km
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Morden Primary School

Good229 pupils0.7 km
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Merton Park Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils1.2 km
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Park Academy

Good141 pupils1.2 km
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Joseph Hood Primary School

Good389 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The George Inn0.8 km
  • Central Ward Residents Club0.5 km
  • Blue Junction0.5 km
  • Cranleigh Tennis Club & Social Club0.7 km
  • Ganleys Irish Bar0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

47 nearby
  • St Lawrences Church0.7 km
  • Morden Cafe0.8 km
  • At the Corner Cafe by Instagrab Pretzel0.8 km
  • Cafe La Lavella0.7 km
  • Jigsaw Out of school Care0.6 km
  • + 42 more
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Retailers - Other

28 nearby
  • Brasoveanca0.8 km
  • Ashraf Halal Meat0.8 km
  • Boots0.9 km
  • Global Food Store (Morden) Ltd.0.8 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • + 23 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Kebaby0.7 km
  • Mr Cod0.8 km
  • Papa Johns0.7 km
  • Morden Fish & Kebab0.6 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Morden South0.3 km
  • South Merton0.6 km
  • St Helier1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Morden South Rail Station0.3 km