SW20 0BE is a sought-after residential area on West Barnes Lane, 0.4km from Cottenham Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Raynes Park ward and the Wimbledon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in SW20, SW20 0BE offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 63% 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 — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Merton.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £395k, up 9.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for SW20 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00017434 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BE.
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38
£ 80,900 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW20 0BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. SW20 0BE's low deprivation rank, 63% ownership, and £395k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 9.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW20 0BE. The average age is 37.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 395,000
8 sales · Mean £ 384,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SW20 0BE has low crime rates — 47 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
West Wimbledon Primary School
Hollymount School
Raynes Park High School
St Matthew's CofE Primary School
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Joseph Hood Primary School
St John Fisher RC Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Costcutter0.3 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- The Savanna0.4 km
- Barkers Chemists0.2 km
- Mike's News0.2 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Raynes Park0.2 km
- Ararat House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Prince Georges Club0.6 km
- West Wimbledon Bowling Club0.3 km
- Old Wimbledonians Association0.6 km
- Raynes Park Tavern0.3 km
- The Cavern Public House0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- Babylon0.2 km
- Dundonald Church0.9 km
- The Cinnamon Tree0.7 km
- Fennies Nursery0.4 km
- Gaya0.2 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.4 km
- Whistle Stop Fish and Chips0.4 km
- Deluxe Pizza0.1 km
- Harris + Hoole0.9 km
- Raynes Kebab House0.3 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Waitrose0.1 km
- Co-Op0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Raynes Park0.3 km
- Wimbledon Chase1.4 km
- New Malden1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Raynes Park Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SW200BE · Data under Open Government Licence