Postcode Analysis Merton, London

HADLEY ROAD, CR4 1NW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HADLEY ROAD, CR4 1NW.

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Population

394

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 48,000 /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: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines CR4 1NW — 62% 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 down 11.7% year-on-year.

home £418,000 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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

For serious buyers, CR4 1NW is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 43 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £418k, down 11.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 1NW are sourced from Output Area E00017360 (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 1NW. 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 / British38.5%
Asian / British Asian18.6%
Black / African / Caribbean32.9%
Other / Mixed9.9%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 418,000

9 sales · Mean £ 408,222

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

CR4 1NW has low crime rates — 43 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 offences103
Anti-social behaviour79
Criminal damage and arson30
Vehicle crime26
Shoplifting20

school Local Schools

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The Sherwood School

Good360 pupils0.3 km
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William Morris Primary School

Good306 pupils0.4 km
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Harris Primary Academy Merton

Outstanding502 pupils0.4 km
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Harris Academy Merton

Outstanding1388 pupils0.4 km
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The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy

Requires Improvement684 pupils1.0 km
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Gonville Academy

Good479 pupils1.2 km
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Stanford Primary School

Requires Improvement168 pupils1.2 km
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Norbury Manor Primary School

Good402 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Taste of China0.7 km
  • Kohinoor Spice0.4 km
  • Morleys0.6 km
  • Sherwood Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Wings Cottage0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Food and Wine0.4 km
  • Post Office0.7 km
  • Save Express0.7 km
  • Eagle Pharmacy0.7 km
  • Northborough News Ltd0.7 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Breakfast and after school club at The Sherwood School0.3 km
  • Mommies Duchie0.5 km
  • Panda Express0.7 km
  • Ceylin's0.3 km
  • Jackietastethedifference0.3 km
  • + 4 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Miller & Carter0.7 km
  • Elmwood Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co Op0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Mitcham Junction1.5 km
  • Mitcham Eastfields1.6 km
  • Norbury1.7 km