Postcode Analysis Merton, London

DURHAM ROAD, SW20 0DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURHAM ROAD, SW20 0DQ.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 80,900 /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: SW20 0DQ 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.

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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SW20 0DQ combines high owner-occupation (67%), strong property values (£490k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

SW20 0DQ is a sought-after residential area on Durham Road, 0.3km from Cottenham Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Raynes Park ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

For serious buyers, SW20 0DQ is a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k. 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 SW20 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00017416 (shared with 8 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 SW20 0DQ. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.3%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 490,000

2 sales · Mean £ 490,000

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

SW20 0DQ has low crime rates — 18 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 offences39
Anti-social behaviour30
Drugs10
Other theft8
Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

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Hollymount School

Good447 pupils0.2 km
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Ursuline High School Wimbledon

Good1390 pupils0.8 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good198 pupils0.8 km
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Wimbledon College

Good1249 pupils1.0 km
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West Wimbledon Primary School

Good341 pupils1.0 km
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Raynes Park High School

Good1130 pupils1.3 km
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Wimbledon Chase Primary School

Outstanding693 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Honest Fine Food0.6 km
  • Sheena News1.0 km
  • Barkers Chemists0.6 km
  • Mike's News0.4 km
  • Sushi Daily0.6 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Westside Lawn Tennis Club0.5 km
  • Wimbledon Rugby Club0.8 km
  • Old Wimbledonians Association0.8 km
  • Raynes Park Tavern0.6 km
  • Hand In Hand0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Kapak Restaurant0.6 km
  • Mora Meza Bar0.8 km
  • The BGR0.6 km
  • The Olive0.6 km
  • Fennies Nursery0.3 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
  • Co-Op0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Starbucks0.8 km
  • Deluxe Pizza0.7 km
  • Raynes Kebab House0.6 km
  • Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.6 km
  • Whistle Stop Fish and Chips0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Ararat House0.8 km
  • Travelodge Raynes Park0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Raynes Park0.7 km
  • Wimbledon Chase1.5 km
  • New Malden2.0 km