CR6 is a postcode district in Croydon, South East, covering 247 active and 99 retired postcodes.
The largest share of CR6 (25%) is characterised by a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied, alongside a peaceful suburb where most residents are approaching or in retirement (17%). A further 16% of the district is made up of a suburban area with older residents still working, typically homeowners. This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes CR6 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in CR6 are around £416k, down 34.5% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across CR6 at 174 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 43 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full CR6 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Croydon, South East
CR6 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the CR6 postcode area.
groups
Population6,574
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Avg Age43
payments
Avg Income£ 57,500 /yr
work
Employed49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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8/10family_restroomFamily
8/10favoriteHealth
4/10workEmployment
7/10diversity_3Diversity
3/10paymentsAffluence
9/10directions_transitTransit
6/10homeHome Ownership
10/10trending_upInvestment
8/10psychology
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CR6 spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £416k. Property prices are trending down 34.5% year-on-year.
home £416,250 median price
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mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British86.0%
Asian / British Asian5.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.0%
Other / Mixed5.9%
Economic Activity
49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences392
Anti-social behaviour198
Vehicle crime100
Other theft87
Public order83
school Local Schools
S
Warlingham School
Good1465 pupils
P
Warlingham Village Primary School
Outstanding210 pupils
P
Hamsey Green Primary
Good351 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
restaurant
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Chez Vous Hotel And Restaurant
- CoCos Sandwich Bar
- Dining at 412
- Farleigh Court Golf Club
- Flavours
- + 11 more
shopping_bag
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Argos Limited
- Coughlans
- Kwiksave
- Sun Star Convenience Store
- Village News
- + 2 more
local_bar
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Botley Hill Farmhouse
- Croydon Post Office
- Farleigh Rovers Football Club
- Greenacres Sports & Social Club
- Harrow Inn
- + 7 more
fastfood
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Captains Table
- Manns
local_grocery_store
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsburys Supermarket
- Tesco Express
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Area Profile: CR6 · Data under Open Government Licence