Postcode Analysis Merton, London

MAYCROSS AVENUE, SM4 4DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYCROSS AVENUE, SM4 4DB.

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Population

401

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 68,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SM4 4DB 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SM4 4DB combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£796k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £796k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

For serious buyers, SM4 4DB is 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 43 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 — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £796k. 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 4DB are sourced from Output Area E00017029 (shared with 5 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 4DB. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.8%
Asian / British Asian23.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.5%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 726,500

5 sales · Mean £ 753,300

Terraced

£ 761,000

4 sales · Mean £ 770,500

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

SM4 4DB has low crime rates — 32 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 behaviour56
Violence and sexual offences45
Vehicle crime14
Criminal damage and arson11
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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Poplar Primary School

Good670 pupils0.4 km
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Hillcross Primary School

Good479 pupils0.6 km
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Perseid School

Outstanding152 pupils0.6 km
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Abbotsbury Primary School

Good405 pupils0.7 km
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Morden Primary School

Good229 pupils0.9 km
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Merton Park Primary School

Outstanding232 pupils1.1 km
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Joseph Hood Primary School

Good389 pupils1.1 km
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Rutlish School

Outstanding1434 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The George Inn1.0 km
  • Old Rutlishians Association0.9 km
  • Central Ward Residents Club0.5 km
  • Blue Junction0.4 km
  • Cranleigh Tennis Club & Social Club0.5 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

46 nearby
  • St Lawrences Church0.9 km
  • Morden Cafe0.8 km
  • At the Corner Cafe by Instagrab Pretzel0.8 km
  • Cafe La Lavella0.7 km
  • Jigsaw Out of school Care0.4 km
  • + 41 more
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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Brasoveanca0.8 km
  • Ashraf Halal Meat0.8 km
  • Boots0.9 km
  • Global Food Store (Morden) Ltd.0.8 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • + 25 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Kebaby0.7 km
  • Mr Cod0.9 km
  • Papa Johns0.7 km
  • Morden Fish & Kebab0.6 km
  • Subway0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Merton0.4 km
  • Morden South0.5 km
  • St Helier1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • South Merton Rail Station0.3 km