Postcode Analysis Merton, London

SM4 4AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SM4 4AX.

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Population

568

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 63,700 /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: SM4 4AX 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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8/10
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4/10
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5/10
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5/10
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9/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SM4 4AX spans multiple life stages — average age 35, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SM4 4AX is a safe, established residential area located 1.0km from Lower Morden in Merton. Administratively it sits within Lower Morden ward and the Mitcham and Morden constituency.

For families considering a move, SM4 4AX 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. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 35 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 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 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SM4 4AX are sourced from Output Area E00017304 (shared with 20 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 SM4 4AX. 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

White / British60.2%
Asian / British Asian19.4%
Black / African / Caribbean9.9%
Other / Mixed10.4%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

SM4 4AX has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour38
Violence and sexual offences38
Criminal damage and arson14
Other theft13
Drugs11

school Local Schools

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Dorchester Primary School

Good598 pupils0.5 km
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Green Lane Primary and Nursery School

Good389 pupils0.6 km
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Aragon Primary School

Good600 pupils0.7 km
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St Cecilia's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding464 pupils1.0 km
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Brookfield Primary Academy

Good437 pupils1.0 km
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Hatfeild Primary School

Requires Improvement421 pupils1.0 km
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Cheam Common Infants' Academy

Good426 pupils1.2 km
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Cheam Common Junior Academy

Good483 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

9 nearby
  • Creamy BTB Catering0.2 km
  • Caterlink Ltd At Dorchester Primary School0.5 km
  • Bangers and Baps0.2 km
  • Cheam Cafe Restaurant1.0 km
  • The Orangery0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • ABI Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Noor And Hood Halal Meat0.9 km
  • JK News0.9 km
  • Cheam Express0.9 km
  • Hilton Pharmacy0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Kingfish0.9 km
  • Bright Ocean0.9 km
  • Marina0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Lord Nelson0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Worcester Park1.2 km
  • Motspur Park1.3 km
  • St Helier2.1 km