The postcode area is located in the Croydon, Sutton, Croydon, Sutton postcode town, in the London, England region.
The CR2 postcode area in England covers the towns of South Croydon, Sanderstead, and Selsdon. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, as well as some apartment buildings. There are several parks and green spaces in the area, including Selsdon Wood Nature Reserve and Lloyd Park, providing residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Amenities in the CR2 postcode area include a range of shops, restaurants, and cafes in South Croydon town center, as well as local supermarkets and small businesses in Sanderstead and Selsdon. There are also several schools and healthcare facilities in the area, providing essential services to residents.
The CR2 postcode area is well-connected by public transportation, with regular bus services running through the towns and connecting them to nearby areas. South Croydon railway station provides direct train services to central London and other destinations, making it easy for residents to commute to work or explore the surrounding areas.
Overall, the CR2 postcode area offers a mix of residential and recreational opportunities, with good access to amenities and transportation options for residents. The area's diverse housing options and green spaces make it a popular choice for families and professionals looking for a balance of city amenities and suburban living.
A Major part of this postcode area has a quiet community of older adults and couples, mainly homeowners in houses, working in professional jobs.
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Overall: a big area of CR2 postcode district district represents a stable community with established residents enjoying spacious, owned housing and good careers. While there are fewer young families and students, it offers a quiet and settled environment for older adults and professionals.
It's important to note that this description generalizes the area and individual experiences may vary.
The postcode area covers Kenley, Purley & Woodcote, Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown, Sanderstead, Selsdon & Addington Village, Selsdon Vale & Forestdale, South Beddington & Roundshaw, South Croydon, Waddon electoral wards.
The population of CR2 postcode area is 61,052. In England, the male population is 28,833,712 and the female population is 27,656,336, according to the 2021 census.
According to the latest 2021 census, The main ethnicity of the people in the area is White: English, with a total of 32,568, followed by Indian, with a total of 4,773. In terms of religion, most people mentioned Christian (30,175), followed by No religion (17,602).
As for deprivation, most of the area is not deprived in any dimension (19,181), followed by at least deprived in one dimension (10,963).
Most people in the nearby area mentioned they are Employee: Full-time (26,387), while 14,638 adults mentioned they are Retired.
Regarding education, 21,854 adults have Level 4 education, while 6,430 have Level 2 education. The most common occupations are
The average age of people living in area is 41 years old. The top three age distributions are: Below 14 (22498), Between 35 to 44 (17956), and Between 45 to 54 (16624).
The NS-SEC defines and measures social class and is considered a reliable indicator of a person's class status. As per the 2021 census, most of the population has Lower managerial, administrative and professional occupations (11,855) followed by Higher managerial, administrative and professional occupations (9,826), and Intermediate occupations (6,650).
There are total 10 postcode sectors present in the CR2 (listed below). The postcode CR2 has a total of 1596 postcodes.
Name | Type |
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Area | CR2 |
Ward | Kenley Purley & Woodcote Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown Sanderstead Selsdon & Addington Village Selsdon Vale & Forestdale South Beddington & Roundshaw South Croydon Waddon |
LTLA22 | Croydon, Sutton |
UTLA22 | Croydon, Sutton |
Region | London |
Country | England |
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Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Bicycle theft
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
Drugs
Other crime
Other theft
Possession of weapons
Public order
Robbery
Shoplifting
Theft from the person
Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
Anti-social behaviour
Burglary
Criminal damage and arson
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Other crime
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Public order
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Shoplifting
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Vehicle crime
Violence and sexual offences
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £920,000.00 | £920,000.00 - £920,000.00 | 1 |
Flat | £288,500.00 | £288,500.00 - £288,500.00 | 1 |
Semi-Detached | £521,666.67 | £475,000.00 - £560,000.00 | 3 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £677,166.67 | £500,000.00 - £840,000.00 | 6 |
Flat | £301,000.00 | £160,000.00 - £420,000.00 | 11 |
Semi-Detached | £626,125.00 | £395,000.00 - £900,000.00 | 8 |
Terraced | £439,375.00 | £360,000.00 - £547,500.00 | 4 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £820,428.57 | £550,000.00 - £1,200,000.00 | 7 |
Flat | £400,613.17 | £110,250.00 - £533,000.00 | 10 |
Semi-Detached | £369,000.00 | £240,000.00 - £750,000.00 | 7 |
Terraced | £426,000.00 | £400,000.00 - £452,000.00 | 2 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £788,500.00 | £612,500.00 - £1,038,000.00 | 3 |
Flat | £253,066.67 | £112,000.00 - £362,200.00 | 3 |
Other | £350,000.00 | £350,000.00 - £350,000.00 | 1 |
Semi-Detached | £526,750.00 | £420,000.00 - £617,000.00 | 4 |
Terraced | £508,333.33 | £400,000.00 - £585,000.00 | 3 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £783,428.57 | £635,000.00 - £950,000.00 | 7 |
Flat | £260,375.67 | £225,000.00 - £310,000.00 | 6 |
Semi-Detached | £357,166.67 | £211,000.00 - £703,000.00 | 7 |
Terraced | £402,999.90 | £224,999.00 - £505,000.00 | 6 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £658,750.00 | £500,000.00 - £795,000.00 | 4 |
Flat | £261,708.33 | £91,000.00 - £585,000.00 | 12 |
Semi-Detached | £517,884.62 | £335,000.00 - £1,100,000.00 | 13 |
Terraced | £396,055.56 | £225,000.00 - £525,000.00 | 9 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £816,500.00 | £485,000.00 - £1,180,000.00 | 5 |
Flat | £278,083.33 | £210,000.00 - £340,000.00 | 9 |
Other | £353,687.50 | £312,500.00 - £451,000.00 | 3 |
Semi-Detached | £578,071.43 | £372,000.00 - £855,000.00 | 7 |
Terraced | £432,500.00 | £250,000.00 - £640,000.00 | 4 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £669,583.33 | £585,000.00 - £830,000.00 | 6 |
Flat | £216,500.00 | £120,000.00 - £273,500.00 | 8 |
Other | £65,345.00 | £28,000.00 - £122,535.00 | 3 |
Semi-Detached | £602,700.00 | £477,000.00 - £790,000.00 | 10 |
Terraced | £386,785.71 | £249,000.00 - £500,000.00 | 7 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £760,000.00 | £665,000.00 - £890,000.00 | 7 |
Flat | £352,970.59 | £107,500.00 - £450,000.00 | 18 |
Semi-Detached | £505,000.00 | £350,000.00 - £730,000.00 | 7 |
Terraced | £459,208.33 | £375,000.00 - £672,500.00 | 12 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £808,435.00 | £460,000.00 - £1,496,100.00 | 20 |
Flat | £305,543.33 | £110,000.00 - £385,000.00 | 28 |
Other | £412,863.00 | £62,315.00 - £690,000.00 | 5 |
Semi-Detached | £490,521.74 | £348,000.00 - £840,000.00 | 23 |
Terraced | £401,166.67 | £268,500.00 - £560,000.00 | 12 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £771,500.00 | £560,000.00 - £850,000.00 | 4 |
Flat | £281,325.00 | £137,500.00 - £385,000.00 | 20 |
Other | £10,243,500.00 | £18,000.00 - £20,200,000.00 | 3 |
Semi-Detached | £547,010.00 | £277,200.00 - £975,000.00 | 20 |
Terraced | £410,838.80 | £250,000.00 - £550,000.00 | 10 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £1,318,611.11 | £560,000.00 - £3,300,000.00 | 9 |
Flat | £851,552.06 | £125,000.00 - £1,440,000.00 | 26 |
Other | £311,982.67 | £100.00 - £850,000.00 | 4 |
Semi-Detached | £566,540.00 | £325,000.00 - £970,000.00 | 15 |
Terraced | £555,714.29 | £375,000.00 - £700,000.00 | 7 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £880,625.00 | £575,000.00 - £1,150,000.00 | 8 |
Flat | £307,333.33 | £186,000.00 - £425,000.00 | 21 |
Other | £450,000.00 | £450,000.00 - £450,000.00 | 1 |
Semi-Detached | £432,096.15 | £305,000.00 - £750,000.00 | 14 |
Terraced | £442,200.00 | £395,000.00 - £555,000.00 | 6 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £791,084.62 | £460,000.00 - £1,150,000.00 | 13 |
Flat | £404,353.44 | £204,310.00 - £510,000.00 | 18 |
Other | £95,273.75 | £5,000.00 - £312,000.00 | 5 |
Semi-Detached | £522,423.08 | £405,000.00 - £750,000.00 | 13 |
Terraced | £472,750.00 | £380,000.00 - £600,000.00 | 8 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £839,000.00 | £485,000.00 - £1,150,000.00 | 3 |
Flat | £353,033.33 | £250,000.00 - £469,500.00 | 16 |
Other | £609,500.00 | £19,000.00 - £1,200,000.00 | 2 |
Semi-Detached | £731,666.67 | £525,000.00 - £815,000.00 | 12 |
Terraced | £409,281.25 | £360,000.00 - £510,000.00 | 9 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £815,000.00 | £450,000.00 - £1,490,000.00 | 5 |
Flat | £302,555.56 | £120,000.00 - £405,000.00 | 18 |
Other | £653,266.67 | £14,800.00 - £1,620,000.00 | 3 |
Semi-Detached | £400,250.00 | £265,000.00 - £751,000.00 | 12 |
Terraced | £373,083.33 | £270,000.00 - £460,000.00 | 6 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £999,000.00 | £425,000.00 - £1,577,000.00 | 8 |
Flat | £294,499.95 | £165,000.00 - £610,000.00 | 22 |
Other | £2,886,025.00 | £240,000.00 - £5,259,100.00 | 4 |
Semi-Detached | £526,133.33 | £307,500.00 - £930,000.00 | 15 |
Terraced | £389,285.71 | £265,000.00 - £460,000.00 | 7 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £818,010.56 | £625,000.00 - £1,200,000.00 | 9 |
Flat | £454,256.94 | £243,000.00 - £600,000.00 | 18 |
Semi-Detached | £537,055.58 | £412,500.00 - £825,000.00 | 12 |
Terraced | £561,200.00 | £381,000.00 - £890,000.00 | 5 |
House Type | Average | Min/Max | Sold |
Detached | £878,857.14 | £545,000.00 - £1,290,000.00 | 7 |
Flat | £386,007.50 | £205,800.00 - £500,000.00 | 22 |
Other | £525,000.00 | £500,000.00 - £550,000.00 | 2 |
Semi-Detached | £582,055.88 | £370,000.00 - £840,000.00 | 17 |
Terraced | £419,605.00 | £338,000.00 - £487,000.00 | 10 |
Name | Pupils | Age | Postcode |
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Purley Oaks Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 640 | 3-11 | CR20PR |
Gresham Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 251 | 4-11 | CR29EA |
Greenvale Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 220 | 4-11 | CR28PR |
Regina Coeli Catholic Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 395 | 4-11 | CR26DF |
Selsdon Primary and Nursery SchoolPrimary, Good | 413 | 3-11 | CR28LQ |
St Giles SchoolSpecial, Good | 118 | 2-19 | CR26DF |
Red Gates SchoolSpecial, Good | 161 | 3-11 | CR28HD |
Ridgeway Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 664 | 3-11 | CR20EQ |
Harris Academy PurleySecondary, Outstanding | 1225 | 11-19 | CR26DT |
The Quest AcademySecondary, Good | 891 | 11-18 | CR28HD |
Harris Primary Academy Haling ParkPrimary, Outstanding | 353 | 4-11 | CR26HS |
Atwood Primary SchoolPrimary, Outstanding | 457 | 4-11 | CR29EE |
St Peter's Primary SchoolPrimary, Good | 417 | 4-11 | CR27AR |
Coombe Wood SchoolSecondary, Good | 787 | 11-18 | CR27HY |
Quest Primary SchoolPrimary, Requires improvement | 161 | 3-11 | CR28HD |