CR4 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Wide Way, 0.9km from Tamworth in Merton. Administratively it sits within Pollards Hill ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 61% 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 £295k, up 10.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00017369 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WIDE WAY, CR4 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIDE WAY, CR4 1BL.
308
40
£ 48,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR4 1BL 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.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines CR4 1BL — 61% 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. Property prices are trending up 10.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR4 1BL. The average age is 40.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 295,000
8 sales · Mean £ 268,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR4 1BL 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.
school Local Schools
Harris Academy Merton
Harris Primary Academy Merton
William Morris Primary School
The Sherwood School
Stanford Primary School
Norbury Manor Primary School
Woodmansterne School
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Eagle Pharmacy0.3 km
- Northborough News Ltd0.3 km
- SN1 Food & Wine0.3 km
- Vivian Ltd0.9 km
- Food and Wine0.6 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Mommies Duchie0.5 km
- Breakfast and after school club at The Sherwood School0.6 km
- Metros0.9 km
- Commonside Community Cafe0.4 km
- Chicken World0.4 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Kohinoor Spice0.6 km
- Taste of China0.3 km
- Morleys0.2 km
- Sherwood Fish & Chips0.6 km
- Wings Cottage0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Op0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norbury1.3 km
- Mitcham Eastfields1.5 km
- Streatham Common1.8 km
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Postcode Profile: CR41BL · Data under Open Government Licence