Postcode Analysis Merton, London

LABURNUM ROAD, SW19 1BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LABURNUM ROAD, SW19 1BH.

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Population

325

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 80,400 /yr

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Employed

66%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW19 1BH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SW19 1BH's low deprivation rank, 59% ownership, and £742k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £742k. Property prices are trending up 19.8% year-on-year.

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

SW19 1BH is a mixed residential area on Laburnum Road, 0.4km from Merton in Merton. Administratively it sits within Wandle ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

For families considering a move, SW19 1BH represents a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Outside of residential hours, science and business parks with high status workers. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (54% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £742k, up 19.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for SW19 1BH are sourced from Output Area E00016974 (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 SW19 1BH. The average age is 36.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.6%
Asian / British Asian9.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.7%
Other / Mixed11.6%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 54%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 697,971

11 sales · Mean £ 721,724

Flat

£ 368,175

2 sales · Mean £ 368,175

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

Crime around SW19 1BH is moderate at 66 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 offences141
Anti-social behaviour136
Shoplifting71
Other theft62
Vehicle crime41

school Local Schools

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All Saints' CofE Primary School

Good321 pupils0.2 km
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Merton Abbey Primary School

Good221 pupils0.5 km
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Harris Academy Wimbledon

Outstanding672 pupils0.5 km
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Garfield Primary School

Good308 pupils0.5 km
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Singlegate Primary School

Outstanding660 pupils0.5 km
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Pelham Primary School

Good401 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Trinity CofE Primary School

Outstanding423 pupils1.0 km
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The Priory CofE School

Good217 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

37 nearby
  • Boots Uk Ltd0.6 km
  • Clarendon Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Co-op0.7 km
  • G S Minimarket1.0 km
  • Merton News Box0.2 km
  • + 32 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Royal Standard0.4 km
  • The Charles Holden0.4 km
  • The Sultan Public House0.2 km
  • The William Morris0.4 km
  • Tunnel 2670.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

80 nearby
  • BINDAS EATERY0.5 km
  • Abundance Cafe0.9 km
  • Assisted by Nature0.4 km
  • Aya Lebanese Restaurant0.6 km
  • Ban Yai0.4 km
  • + 75 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.4 km
  • Tesco0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

19 nearby
  • Aya 20.2 km
  • BFC Fried Chicken & Kebabs0.4 km
  • Colliers Wood Tandoori0.7 km
  • Dallas Chicken And Ribs0.6 km
  • Express by Gourmet0.2 km
  • + 14 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Antoinette Hotel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wimbledon0.7 km
  • Haydons Road1.0 km
  • Wimbledon Station1.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Colliers Wood Underground Station0.4 km
  • Colliers Wood Underground Station0.5 km