Postcode Analysis Merton, London

MARTIN WAY, SM4 4AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARTIN WAY, SM4 4AJ.

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Population

259

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 73,000 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM4 4AJ 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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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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5/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SM4 4AJ spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

SM4 4AJ is a sought-after residential area on Martin Way, 0.8km from Merton Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Cannon Hill ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SM4 4AJ offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SM4 4AJ are sourced from Output Area E00017026 (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 SM4 4AJ. The average age is 37.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.2%
Asian / British Asian17.3%
Black / African / Caribbean6.2%
Other / Mixed12.3%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

SM4 4AJ has low crime rates — 13 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour24
Vehicle crime15
Burglary8
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Hillcross Primary School

Good479 pupils0.5 km
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Joseph Hood Primary School

Good389 pupils0.6 km
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Poplar Primary School

Good670 pupils0.7 km
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Rutlish School

Outstanding1434 pupils0.7 km
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Merton Park Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils1.0 km
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Perseid School

Outstanding152 pupils1.2 km
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Wimbledon Chase Primary School

Outstanding693 pupils1.2 km
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Morden Primary School

Good229 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Mini Market0.3 km
  • Bulka Z Maslem1.0 km
  • Wimbledon Chase Gateway0.8 km
  • Artisans Depot0.9 km
  • Nelson Newsagent1.0 km
  • + 14 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Blue Junction0.9 km
  • Cranleigh Tennis Club & Social Club0.6 km
  • Old Rutlishians Association0.9 km
  • Central Ward Residents Club0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Bella Donna1.0 km
  • Crown Coffee House0.9 km
  • Martins Way Cafe, Chicken and Kebab0.0 km
  • Merton Fish Bar0.2 km
  • Morden Baptist Church0.9 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.0 km
  • Co-Op0.8 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km
  • Crystal Chinese0.8 km
  • Pizza Go Go0.8 km
  • Waffle Jack's1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Merton0.3 km
  • Wimbledon Chase0.9 km
  • Morden South1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • South Merton Rail Station0.3 km