SM4 4EF is a sought-after residential area on Ashridge Way, 0.9km from Merton Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Cannon Hill ward and the Wimbledon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SM4, SM4 4EF offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £763k, up 39.3% year-on-year. 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 4EF are sourced from Output Area E00017027 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHRIDGE WAY, SM4 4EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHRIDGE WAY, SM4 4EF.
379
41
£ 68,900 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM4 4EF 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.
Area Character
SM4 4EF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £763k, 83% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £763k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 39.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM4 4EF. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 725,000
9 sales · Mean £ 717,876
Terraced
£ 715,000
3 sales · Mean £ 698,333
Detached
£ 558,000
1 sales · Mean £ 558,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM4 4EF has low crime rates — 15 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
Hillcross Primary School
Joseph Hood Primary School
Poplar Primary School
Rutlish School
Morden Primary School
Merton Park Primary School
Perseid School
Abbotsbury Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Banquet Food Design1.0 km
- Kowok1.0 km
- Chase Kebab0.9 km
- Galaxy Cafe0.9 km
- Jigsaw Out of school Care0.8 km
- + 24 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Old Rutlishians Association1.0 km
- Central Ward Residents Club0.3 km
- Blue Junction0.9 km
- Cranleigh Tennis Club & Social Club0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Jan Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Crystal Chinese0.9 km
- Pizza Go Go0.9 km
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Lloyds Chemist0.4 km
- Day One0.9 km
- Latif Halal Meat Ltd0.9 km
- LONDIS1.0 km
- Morden Food Centre0.9 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Merton0.4 km
- Morden South0.9 km
- Wimbledon Chase1.0 km
Bus Stops
- South Merton Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SM44EF · Data under Open Government Licence