Melbury Gardens is in London and in Merton district. SW20 0DJ is located in the Village electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wimbledon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Melbury Gardens, London, SW20 0DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SW20 0DR, SW20 0DH, SW20 0TB, SW20 0DS, SW20 0DP, SW20 0DQ, SW20 0TA, SW20 0PZ, SW20 0DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SW20 0DJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 49.8% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.2% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SW20 0DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.2% | 32% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 61.1% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 16.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 4.5% | -3.8% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 2% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 69.6% | 67.4% | -2.2% | 48.4% | 19.0% |
| Good health | 24.1% | 24.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -8.7% |
| Fair health | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around SW20 0DJ this area, 8.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 71.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.2% | 8.3% | 2.1% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.6% | 3.3% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 7.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -5.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 10% | -1.6% | 16.9% | -6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.4% | 71.4% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 37.6% |
| Other | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 92.2% | 87.3% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 5.9% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 72.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 72.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -10.9% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 9% | 4.6% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 7.7% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 4.7% | 3% | -1.7% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.1% | 72.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | -11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 9.1% | 16.3% | 7.2% | 9.8% | 6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.3% | 3% | -7.3% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 76.7% | 2.2% |
| Ireland | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 2.7% | 13.5% | -10.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.5% | 37.2% | -9.7% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Melbury Gardens was 62.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.3% lower than the Raynes Park average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Melbury Gardens has the 8th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Raynes Park and the 276th highest crime rate of 592 local areas in Merton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 16.7%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Melbury Gardens, London, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,900,000 | 2025-02-10 | £1,990,656 |
| Flat 4 Manton Court, 2 Melbury Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2024-08-21 | £443,246 |
| Flat 2 Manton Court, 2 Melbury Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2024-02-09 | £455,647 |
| 36 Melbury Gardens, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £1,317,500 | 2024-01-22 | £1,409,642 |
| Flat 8 Manton Court, 2 Melbury Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-07-25 | £427,112 |
SW20 0DJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SW20 0DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in SW20 0DJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 35 |
| Education | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Nursery School 168 Roehampton Lane , SW15 4EU | 4out of 4 | 4,506 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Surbiton Children's Centre Nursery Alpha Road , KT5 8RS | 4out of 4 | 5,303 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Matthew's CofE Primary School Cottenham Park Road , SW20 0SX | 3out of 4 | 470 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollymount School Cambridge Road , Raynes Park SW20 0SQ | 3out of 4 | 546 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Wimbledon Primary School Bodnant Gardens , West Barnes Lane SW20 0BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Burlington Road , KT3 4ND | 3out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimbledon Chase Primary School Merton Hall Road , SW19 3QB | 4out of 4 | 1,911 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ursuline High School Wimbledon Crescent Road , Wimbledon SW20 8HA | 4out of 4 | 1,125 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Wimbledon College Edge Hill , SW19 4NS | 3out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Raynes Park High School Bushey Road , SW20 0JL | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Girls' School Clarence Avenue , KT3 3TU | 4out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Rutlish School Watery Lane , Merton Park SW20 9AD | 4out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Thames Colleges Group Kingston Hall Road , KT1 2AQ | - not rated | 5,166 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rowans School 19 Drax Avenue , Wimbledon SW20 0EG | - not rated | 531 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwegian School in London 28 Arterberry Rd , Wimbledon SW20 8AH | - not rated | 913 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Norwegian Kindergarten In London 28 Arterberry Road , SW20 8AH | - not rated | 913 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's College School Southside , Wimbledon Common SW19 4TT | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Donhead Preparatory School 33 Edge Hill , SW19 4ND | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fennies Nursery | 9 Amity Grove, Raynes Park | 352 yd | |
| Hoshi Japanese Restaurant | 54 Durham Road, Raynes Park | 494 yd | |
| Gaya | 34 Durham Road, Raynes Park | 565 yd | |
| Matheous Fish Bar | 104 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 602 yd | |
| Kapak Restaurant | 106 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wimbledon Bowling Club | 55 Durham Road, Raynes Park | 332 yd | |
| The Cavern Public House | 100-102 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 617 yd | |
| Westside Lawn Tennis Club | 20 Woodhayes Road, Wimbledon | 680 yd | |
| Old Wimbledonians Association | Old Wimbledonians Sports Ground, Somerset Avenue | 707 yd | |
| Raynes Park Tavern | 32 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 751 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee (Sainsburys) | Site Of, 213 Worple Road | 701 yd | |
| Raynes Kebab House | 54 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 714 yd | |
| Deluxe Pizza | 27 West Barnes Lane, Raynes Park | 719 yd | |
| Favorite Chicken & Ribs | 13 Station Buildings, Coombe Lane | 802 yd | |
| Whistle Stop Fish and Chips | 59 Approach Road, Raynes Park | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose & Partners Raynes Park | 25 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 693 yd | |
| Co-Op | 68-74 Coombe Lane, Raynes Park | 696 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 213 Worple Road, Raynes Park | 701 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cottenham Park Melbury Gardens | grass pitches, tennis courts | 60 yd |
| Hollymount Primary School CAMBRIDGE ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 417 yd |
| Oberon Sports Ground LINDISFARNE ROAD | grass pitches | 547 yd |
| Old Wimbledonians Association COOMBE LANE | grass pitches | 599 yd |
| Westside Lawn Tennis Club WOODHAYES ROAD | tennis courts | 683 yd |
| Wimbledon College (Coombe Lane Playing Fields) Coombe Lane | grass pitches | 773 yd |
| Raynes Park Sports Ground Taunton Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 776 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Wimbledon Raynes Park) COOMBE LANE | health and fitness suite | 799 yd |
| Ursuline High School CRESCENT ROAD | 961 yd | |
| Results Health And Fitness (Closed) Kingston Road | health and fitness suite | 995 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 71.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.