SM4 4AP is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Lower Morden in Merton. Administratively it sits within Lower Morden ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.
For families considering a move, SM4 4AP represents 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. By day, the area transitions to a industrial units character: non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 40% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SM4 4AP are sourced from Output Area E00017304 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SM4 4AP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SM4 4AP.
568
35
£ 63,700 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SM4 4AP 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
No single demographic signal dominates SM4 4AP — age 35, 62% ownership, 31% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SM4 4AP. The average age is 34.6. 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 Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SM4 4AP has low crime rates — 20 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
Dorchester Primary School
Aragon Primary School
Brookfield Primary Academy
St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School
Green Lane Primary and Nursery School
Hatfeild Primary School
Cheam Park Farm Primary Academy
Cheam Common Infants' Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Creamy BTB Catering0.1 km
- Caterlink Ltd At Dorchester Primary School0.6 km
- Bangers and Baps0.1 km
- Cheam Cafe Restaurant0.7 km
- Dami Sushi0.8 km
- + 13 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- NSK0.9 km
- ABI Convenience Store0.7 km
- Noor And Hood Halal Meat0.7 km
- JK News0.9 km
- Tudor News0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-Op1.0 km
- Asda0.9 km
- Aldi Food Store0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- The Fish & Chippy0.9 km
- KFC Stonecot0.9 km
- New Capital Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Pizza & Chicken 2 Go0.9 km
- Tudor Kebab0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Lord Nelson0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Worcester Park1.4 km
- Motspur Park1.6 km
- St Helier1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: SM44AP · Data under Open Government Licence