Longthornton ward is located in the London Borough of Merton, covering parts of Mitcham and Colliers Wood. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and modern apartment blocks. Green spaces like Figges Marsh and Morden Hall Park provide recreational areas for residents. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with Colliers Wood and Mitcham Junction stations offering Tube and rail links.
Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities along London Road and Mitcham Lane. The area has a suburban feel, with quieter streets away from the main thoroughfares. Longthornton is bordered by the Wandle River, adding a natural feature to the ward. The population is a mix of long-term residents and newer arrivals, reflecting Merton's broader demographic trends.
On average Longthornton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 74 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Longthornton is £56,899 per year. There are 2 schools in Longthornton: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.
Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £450,000 in Longthornton area, with individual transactions ranging from £206,100 up to £715,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 18 | £315,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 6 | £505,000 |
| Terraced | 48 | £481,250 |
10 years price trend in Longthornton
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Lymington Close
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Marian Road
SW165FR
Rowan Road
SW165JB
Rowan Crescent
CR41AU
Allen Close
CR41EL
Manor Way
CR41GX
York Lane
SW165JN
Oak Row
SW164HG
Stanford Way
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Avenue Road
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Chilmark Road
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Greyhound Terrace
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Greyhound Terrace
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Bolstead Road
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Darcy Road
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Rowan Road
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Chilmark Road
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Beckway Road
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Rowan Road
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Jolly Mews
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Chilmark Road
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Hemlock Close
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Birch Walk
CR41SD
Acacia Road
SW165BT
Cairns Avenue
SW165HF
Windermere Road
SW165HG
Stirling Close
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Brockenhurst Way
SW164HF
Avenue Road
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Avenue Road
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Church Walk
SW165JT
Lilian Road
SW165PJ
Hemlock Close
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Grove Road
CR41AH
Eldertree Place
CR41AN
Oakleigh Way
SW165JR
Meopham Road
CR41BF
Woodstock Way
CR41ES
Kingsmead Avenue
CR41EU
Sunnymead Avenue
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Cairns Place
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Longthornton Road
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Ebenezer Walk
CR41DP
Jonson Close
SW165FW
Cairns Place
SW165HD
Oxtoby Way
SW164HB
Beckway Road
SW164UD
Brockenhurst Way
SW165EU
Byards Croft
SW165JD
Rowan Close
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Rosemead Avenue
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Malvern Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.