Postcode Analysis Merton, London

MEOPHAM ROAD, CR4 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEOPHAM ROAD, CR4 1BH.

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Population

359

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /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 1BH 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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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CR4 1BH's low deprivation rank, 69% ownership, and £499k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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

CR4 1BH is a safe, established residential area on Meopham Road, 0.7km from Streatham Vale in Merton. Administratively it sits within Longthornton ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For families considering a move, CR4 1BH represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 53% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £499k, down 0.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00017275 (shared with 5 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 1BH. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British47.3%
Asian / British Asian16.2%
Black / African / Caribbean23.0%
Other / Mixed13.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 450,000

15 sales · Mean £ 470,066

Flat

£ 455,000

3 sales · Mean £ 471,000

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

Crime around CR4 1BH is moderate at 53 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 offences161
Anti-social behaviour90
Vehicle crime48
Other theft31
Drugs29

school Local Schools

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Lonesome Primary School

Good366 pupils0.4 km
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Granton Primary School

Outstanding619 pupils0.5 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils0.5 km
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Beecholme Primary School

Good192 pupils0.6 km
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Woodmansterne School

Good1483 pupils0.7 km
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St Mark's Church of England Academy

Good807 pupils0.9 km
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Gorringe Park Primary School

Good422 pupils0.9 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Leonard Mini-Market0.3 km
  • SIP UP - 24/7 ALCOHOL DELIVERY0.7 km
  • Chimes News 20.3 km
  • Clementine Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Fairlight Chemist0.3 km
  • + 34 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Vale0.3 km
  • Purkins Wine Bar1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

21 nearby
  • Four Seasons Bistro0.6 km
  • Panda Express0.9 km
  • Bib's Esfihas1.0 km
  • Chicken Express0.3 km
  • Chicken Sky0.9 km
  • + 16 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Lidl0.3 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Morleys0.8 km
  • Sizzling Plaice0.6 km
  • Dragon Inn0.2 km
  • Curry Master1.0 km
  • Morleys0.9 km
  • + 9 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mitcham Eastfields0.8 km
  • Streatham Common1.1 km
  • Norbury1.4 km