Postcode Analysis Merton, London

SW20 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SW20 0AX.

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Population

453

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 63,500 /yr

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Employed

62%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW20 0AX 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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Area Character

SW20 0AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 32, 20% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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

SW20 0AX is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Cottenham Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Raynes Park ward and the Wimbledon constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SW20 0AX offers a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 65% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for SW20 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00184377 (shared with 29 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 SW20 0AX. The average age is 32.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British64.8%
Asian / British Asian15.6%
Black / African / Caribbean6.8%
Other / Mixed12.8%

Economic Activity

62%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

SW20 0AX has low crime rates — 45 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 offences88
Anti-social behaviour68
Shoplifting45
Other theft25
Burglary23

school Local Schools

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Hollymount School

Good447 pupils0.4 km
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West Wimbledon Primary School

Good341 pupils0.5 km
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Ursuline High School Wimbledon

Good1390 pupils0.8 km
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Raynes Park High School

Good1130 pupils0.9 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good198 pupils1.1 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good334 pupils1.1 km
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Joseph Hood Primary School

Good389 pupils1.2 km
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Wimbledon College

Good1249 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Raynes Park Express0.3 km
  • Trident Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Barkers Chemists0.0 km
  • Mike's News0.2 km
  • Sushi Daily0.1 km
  • + 9 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Cavern Public House0.1 km
  • Old Wimbledonians Association0.7 km
  • Prince Georges Club0.4 km
  • West Wimbledon Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Raynes Park Tavern0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • Italian Crust0.3 km
  • Mumbai Kitchen0.2 km
  • Sai Restaurant0.3 km
  • Taste of Cochin0.3 km
  • The Cheese Geek0.3 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-Op0.0 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Waitrose0.1 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Raynes Kebab House0.1 km
  • Deluxe Pizza0.2 km
  • Harris + Hoole1.0 km
  • Starbucks0.2 km
  • Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge Raynes Park0.0 km
  • Ararat House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Raynes Park0.2 km
  • Wimbledon Chase1.3 km
  • Motspur Park1.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Raynes Park Rail Station0.2 km