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West Barnes

England / London / Merton / West Barnes

About

West Barnes is a residential ward in the London Borough of Merton, located in the southwestern part of the city. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. It is bordered by Raynes Park to the north and Motspur Park to the south, with good transport links including train stations at Raynes Park and Motspur Park.

The ward features several green spaces, such as Cannon Hill Common and West Barnes Lane Recreation Ground, providing areas for leisure and outdoor activities. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. West Barnes has a quiet, family-friendly atmosphere, with a focus on residential living rather than commercial activity.

Area overview

On average West Barnes has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 61 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Barnes is £70,359 per year. There are 3 schools in West Barnes: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
61
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
8.6%
Connectivity
4/10

Property prices in West Barnes

Based on 111 recent sales, the median property price is £694,000 in West Barnes area, with individual transactions ranging from £168,000 up to £1,230,000.

By property type (last year):
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£801,000
Flats24£335,250
Semi-Detached27£800,000
Terraced57£730,000

10 years price trend in West Barnes

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.