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Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge

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About

Merton Church Road and Phipps Bridge are located in the London Borough of Merton, near the River Wandle. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses, flats, and small green spaces. Merton Church Road is known for its historic church, St Mary’s, which dates back to the 12th century. The road also features local shops, cafes, and a library, serving the community’s daily needs.

Phipps Bridge is situated close to Morden Road and offers easy access to public transport, including tram links to Wimbledon and Croydon. The area has a mix of housing, from post-war estates to newer developments. Nearby amenities include schools, parks, and leisure facilities, making it a practical location for families. The Wandle Trail, a popular walking and cycling route, runs through the area, connecting it to wider green spaces.

Area overview

On average Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 35.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge is £51,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
35.8%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge Population
8,661
Population density
9,394.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,876
33.19%
Other White
1,568
18.1%
African
865
9.98%
Other Asian
684
7.89%
Pakistani
413
4.77%
Total population: 8,665

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
917
27.34%
Other social rented
905
26.98%
Owns with a mortgage
674
20.1%
Owns outright
520
15.5%
Social rents from council
248
7.39%
Total households: 3,354

Property prices in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge

Based on 47 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge area, with individual transactions ranging from £144,000 up to £665,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats26£345,000
Semi-Detached4£373,750
Terraced17£475,000

10 years median price trend in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Merton Church Road & Phipps Bridge.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.