SW20 0BN is a sought-after residential area on West Barnes Lane, 0.5km from Cottenham Park in Merton. Administratively it sits within Raynes Park ward and the Wimbledon constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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 is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £221k, up 121.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SW20 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00184377 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST BARNES LANE, SW20 0BN.
453
32
£ 63,500 /yr
62%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SW20 0BN 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. SW20 0BN spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. £221k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 121.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SW20 0BN. 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
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 268,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SW20 0BN is moderate at 53 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
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School
Ursuline High School Wimbledon
St John Fisher RC Primary School
Joseph Hood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Costcutter0.3 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- The Savanna0.4 km
- Seaforth Store0.9 km
- Next0.6 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Travelodge Raynes Park0.2 km
- Ararat House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Prince Georges Club0.6 km
- West Wimbledon Bowling Club0.4 km
- Raynes Park Tavern0.3 km
- The Cavern Public House0.1 km
- Old Wimbledonians Association0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Babylon0.2 km
- Dundonald Church0.9 km
- The Cinnamon Tree0.6 km
- Costa (NEXT)0.6 km
- Kings Cafe0.8 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.4 km
- Whistle Stop Fish and Chips0.4 km
- Raynes Kebab House0.3 km
- Deluxe Pizza0.0 km
- Harris + Hoole0.8 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Waitrose0.1 km
- Co-Op0.2 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Raynes Park0.3 km
- Wimbledon Chase1.4 km
- Motspur Park1.6 km
Bus Stops
- Raynes Park Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SW200BN · Data under Open Government Licence