SW20 0BP is a safe, established residential area on West Barnes Lane, 0.4km from Raynes Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Raynes Park ward and the Wimbledon constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SW20 0BP is a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. 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. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. 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 is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £373k.
Census 2021 statistics for SW20 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00017439 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BP.
339
41
£ 63,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW20 0BP 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.
Area Character
SW20 0BP has a significant social housing presence — 36% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW20 0BP. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 395,000
8 sales · Mean £ 418,812
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW20 0BP is moderate at 51 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
West Wimbledon Primary School
Raynes Park High School
Hollymount School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
St John Fisher RC Primary School
Burlington Infant and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Costcutter0.4 km
- Greggs0.4 km
- The Savanna0.5 km
- Seaforth Store0.8 km
- Next0.5 km
- + 11 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Raynes Park0.3 km
- Ararat House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Prince Georges Club0.6 km
- West Wimbledon Bowling Club0.5 km
- Raynes Park Tavern0.4 km
- The Cavern Public House0.3 km
- Old Wimbledonians Association0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Babylon0.3 km
- Dundonald Church1.0 km
- The Cinnamon Tree0.7 km
- Jin Go Gae0.9 km
- Costa Coffee at New malden Golf centre1.0 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.5 km
- Whistle Stop Fish and Chips0.5 km
- Raynes Kebab House0.4 km
- Deluxe Pizza0.1 km
- Harris + Hoole0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Waitrose0.2 km
- Co-Op0.3 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Raynes Park0.4 km
- Motspur Park1.4 km
- Wimbledon Chase1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Raynes Park Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SW200BP · Data under Open Government Licence