Postcode Analysis Merton, London

GARDEN AVENUE, CR4 2EA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDEN AVENUE, CR4 2EA.

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Population

334

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 63,800 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR4 2EA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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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4/10
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9/10
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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CR4 2EA's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £470k 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 2EA is a safe, established residential area on Garden Avenue, 0.8km from Eastfields in Merton. Administratively it sits within Graveney ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For serious buyers, CR4 2EA is 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. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 — 60% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR4 2EA are sourced from Output Area E00017181 (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 2EA. The average age is 41.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British40.0%
Asian / British Asian33.4%
Black / African / Caribbean19.7%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 5%
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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

Terraced

£ 470,000

4 sales · Mean £ 473,750

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

CR4 2EA has low crime rates — 37 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 offences142
Anti-social behaviour58
Vehicle crime43
Other theft24
Criminal damage and arson21

school Local Schools

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Beecholme Primary School

Good192 pupils0.3 km
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Gorringe Park Primary School

Good422 pupils0.5 km
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Lonesome Primary School

Good366 pupils0.6 km
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Links Primary School

Good381 pupils0.6 km
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Granton Primary School

Outstanding619 pupils0.7 km
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Furzedown Primary School

Good367 pupils0.8 km
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Graveney School

Outstanding2213 pupils0.9 km
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Penwortham Primary School

Good647 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

49 nearby
  • A Paris Corner0.9 km
  • COSPHARM LTD0.9 km
  • Figges Marsh General Store0.9 km
  • Leonard Mini-Market0.6 km
  • SIP UP - 24/7 ALCOHOL DELIVERY0.4 km
  • + 44 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Gorringe Park0.8 km
  • The Vale0.7 km
  • Purkins Wine Bar0.2 km
  • The Gardeners Arms0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Four Seasons Bistro0.9 km
  • Bib's Esfihas0.2 km
  • Bistro Przy Rondzie0.9 km
  • Breakfast Station0.9 km
  • Ceylon Express0.8 km
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Co-op Late Shop0.9 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • Tesco0.1 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

23 nearby
  • Sizzling Plaice0.9 km
  • Dragon Inn0.6 km
  • Chandni Chaat House0.8 km
  • Curry Master0.4 km
  • Efes Kebab0.9 km
  • + 18 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Tooting0.8 km
  • Mitcham Eastfields0.8 km
  • Streatham Common1.2 km