Postcode Analysis Merton, London

MELBURY GARDENS, SW20 0DJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELBURY GARDENS, SW20 0DJ.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 80,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: SW20 0DJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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10/10
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7/10
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8/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. SW20 0DJ's low deprivation rank, 67% ownership, and £1.1M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £1.1M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 120.3% year-on-year.

home £1,094,444 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SW20 0DJ is a sought-after residential area on Melbury Gardens, 0.2km 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 0DJ 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 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 67% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M, up 120.3% 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 0DJ are sourced from Output Area E00017416 (shared with 8 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 0DJ. The average age is 40.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.3%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.3%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,450,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,520,833

Flat

£ 425,000

4 sales · Mean £ 430,000

Terraced

£ 1,600,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,539,166

Semi-Detached

£ 1,450,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,451,666

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

SW20 0DJ has low crime rates — 20 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour29
Drugs10
Other theft8
Burglary8

school Local Schools

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Hollymount School

Good447 pupils0.3 km
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St Matthew's CofE Primary School

Good198 pupils0.7 km
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Ursuline High School Wimbledon

Good1390 pupils0.9 km
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West Wimbledon Primary School

Good341 pupils1.0 km
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Wimbledon College

Good1249 pupils1.1 km
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Raynes Park High School

Good1130 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Honest Fine Food0.7 km
  • Costcutter0.7 km
  • Greggs0.7 km
  • The Savanna0.8 km
  • Raynes Park Express0.8 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Westside Lawn Tennis Club0.6 km
  • Wimbledon Rugby Club0.7 km
  • Prince Georges Club1.0 km
  • The Crooked Billet1.0 km
  • West Wimbledon Bowling Club0.3 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Kapak Restaurant0.6 km
  • Mora Meza Bar0.8 km
  • The BGR0.7 km
  • The Olive0.7 km
  • Babylon0.6 km
  • + 19 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Co-Op0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Starbucks0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee (Sainsburys)0.6 km
  • Whistle Stop Fish and Chips0.8 km
  • Raynes Kebab House0.7 km
  • Deluxe Pizza0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Travelodge Raynes Park0.6 km
  • Ararat House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Raynes Park0.7 km
  • Wimbledon Chase1.6 km
  • New Malden1.9 km