Postcode Analysis Merton, London

ABINGDON CLOSE, SW19 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABINGDON CLOSE, SW19 1AD.

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Population

285

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 80,400 /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: SW19 1AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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5/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

SW19 1AD has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending down 5.1% year-on-year.

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

SW19 1AD is a safe, established residential area on Abingdon Close, 0.6km from South Wimbledon in Merton. Administratively it sits within Wandle ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, SW19 1AD is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k, down 5.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SW19 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00166833 (shared with 6 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 SW19 1AD. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British69.3%
Asian / British Asian10.2%
Black / African / Caribbean8.8%
Other / Mixed11.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 362,500

4 sales · Mean £ 356,250

Terraced

£ 435,000

5 sales · Mean £ 433,000

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

SW19 1AD has low crime rates — 45 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 offences148
Anti-social behaviour88
Other theft53
Shoplifting44
Vehicle crime32

school Local Schools

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All Saints' CofE Primary School

Good321 pupils0.1 km
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Garfield Primary School

Good308 pupils0.2 km
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Singlegate Primary School

Outstanding660 pupils0.6 km
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Harris Academy Wimbledon

Outstanding672 pupils0.8 km
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Merton Abbey Primary School

Good221 pupils0.8 km
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The Priory CofE School

Good217 pupils0.8 km
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Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Outstanding423 pupils0.8 km
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Pelham Primary School

Good401 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

41 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.8 km
  • Clarendon Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Co-op0.6 km
  • Merton News Box0.4 km
  • Shell Western Road1.0 km
  • + 36 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Royal Standard0.4 km
  • The Charles Holden0.4 km
  • The Sultan Public House0.2 km
  • The William Morris0.7 km
  • Tunnel 2670.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

90 nearby
  • BINDAS EATERY0.8 km
  • Assisted by Nature0.7 km
  • Aya Lebanese Restaurant0.7 km
  • Ban Yai0.7 km
  • Belgian Brasserie0.7 km
  • + 85 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Aya 20.4 km
  • BFC Fried Chicken & Kebabs0.5 km
  • Colliers Wood Tandoori0.6 km
  • Dallas Chicken And Ribs0.7 km
  • Express by Gourmet0.4 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Antoinette Hotel0.8 km
  • Wimbledon Bed and Breakfast0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wimbledon0.4 km
  • Haydons Road0.7 km
  • Wimbledon Station1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Colliers Wood Underground Station0.5 km
  • Colliers Wood Underground Station0.5 km