Postcode Analysis Merton, London

WIDE WAY, CR4 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIDE WAY, CR4 1BD.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR4 1BD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines CR4 1BD — 65% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

CR4 1BD is a safe, established residential area on Wide Way, 0.8km from Tamworth in Merton. Administratively it sits within Pollards Hill ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For families considering a move, CR4 1BD represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 65% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00017368 (shared with 4 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 CR4 1BD. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British35.2%
Asian / British Asian22.6%
Black / African / Caribbean31.9%
Other / Mixed10.2%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

£ 275,000

5 sales · Mean £ 283,400

Terraced

£ 385,000

2 sales · Mean £ 385,000

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

CR4 1BD has low crime rates — 41 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 offences130
Anti-social behaviour104
Vehicle crime34
Criminal damage and arson29
Shoplifting22

school Local Schools

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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils0.1 km
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Harris Academy Merton

Outstanding1388 pupils0.2 km
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William Morris Primary School

Good306 pupils0.4 km
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The Sherwood School

Good360 pupils0.6 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils0.8 km
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Norbury Manor Primary School

Good402 pupils1.0 km
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Woodmansterne School

Good1483 pupils1.1 km
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Lonesome Primary School

Good366 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Panda Express0.2 km
  • Ceylin's0.4 km
  • Chicken Express0.9 km
  • Dan Grill Express0.8 km
  • Jackietastethedifference0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co Op0.4 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Morleys0.1 km
  • Rowan Tandoori0.9 km
  • Sherwood Fish & Chips0.6 km
  • Wings Cottage0.6 km
  • Rowan Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Food and Wine0.6 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Wheelers Newsagents0.7 km
  • Save Express0.2 km
  • Londis - Rowan Road0.7 km
  • + 16 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norbury1.3 km
  • Mitcham Eastfields1.4 km
  • Streatham Common1.7 km