Postcode Analysis Merton, London

BARNFIELD AVENUE, CR4 1DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNFIELD AVENUE, CR4 1DN.

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Population

332

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR4 1DN 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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7/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

48% of CR4 1DN's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 1DN is a safe, established residential area on Barnfield Avenue, 0.1km from Tamworth in Merton. Administratively it sits within Longthornton ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For families considering a move, CR4 1DN represents a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 48% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00017375 (shared with 6 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 1DN. The average age is 40.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British52.3%
Asian / British Asian14.2%
Black / African / Caribbean23.3%
Other / Mixed10.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

£ 293,000

9 sales · Mean £ 306,666

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

CR4 1DN has low crime rates — 32 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 offences63
Anti-social behaviour49
Vehicle crime18
Burglary15
Criminal damage and arson13

school Local Schools

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The Sherwood School

Good360 pupils0.6 km
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St Mark's Church of England Academy

Good807 pupils0.7 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils0.8 km
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St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School

Good473 pupils0.9 km
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Harris Academy Merton

Outstanding1388 pupils1.0 km
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Lonesome Primary School

Good366 pupils1.0 km
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St Mark's Primary School

Good222 pupils1.1 km
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William Morris Primary School

Good306 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.1 km
  • Miller & Carter0.7 km
  • The Ravensbury Arms0.8 km
  • The Windmill1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Panda Express1.0 km
  • Dan Grill Express1.0 km
  • Royal chicken1.0 km
  • Fornos Delicatessen1.0 km
  • Mommies Duchie0.4 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Morleys0.8 km
  • Morleys1.0 km
  • Sherwood Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Wings Cottage0.4 km
  • Taste of China1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Eagle Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Northborough News Ltd1.0 km
  • SN1 Food & Wine1.0 km
  • Vivian Ltd1.0 km
  • Rowan Mini Market1.0 km
  • + 14 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mitcham Eastfields0.9 km
  • Mitcham Junction1.1 km
  • Norbury2.1 km