Postcode Analysis Merton, London

WIDE WAY, CR4 1BL House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

308

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Avg Age

40

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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 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.

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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
workEmployment
6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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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.

home £295,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British38.9%
Asian / British Asian17.6%
Black / African / Caribbean29.1%
Other / Mixed14.4%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences129
Anti-social behaviour94
Vehicle crime33
Criminal damage and arson32
Shoplifting21

school Local Schools

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Harris Academy Merton

Outstanding1388 pupils0.1 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils0.1 km
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William Morris Primary School

Good306 pupils0.3 km
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The Sherwood School

Good360 pupils0.6 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils0.9 km
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Norbury Manor Primary School

Good402 pupils1.0 km
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Woodmansterne School

Good1483 pupils1.2 km
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The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy

Requires Improvement684 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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

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
fastfood

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
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co Op0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norbury1.3 km
  • Mitcham Eastfields1.5 km
  • Streatham Common1.8 km