CR0 8AR is a sought-after residential area on The Lees, 0.2km from Spring Park in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Shirley South ward and the Croydon Central constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR0, CR0 8AR offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £580k, up 22.7% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CR0 8AR are sourced from Output Area E00005626 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE LEES, CR0 8AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE LEES, CR0 8AR.
336
49
£ 62,700 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR0 8AR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CR0 8AR is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £580k, 96% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 22.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR0 8AR. The average age is 48.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 603,250
8 sales · Mean £ 608,000
Terraced
£ 575,000
3 sales · Mean £ 605,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR0 8AR has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Forest Academy
Harris Primary Academy Benson
Beckmead Park Academy
St John's CofE Primary School
Shirley High School Performing Arts College
Oak Lodge Primary School
Coloma Convent Girls' School
Orchard Way Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Bonds Of Shirley0.7 km
- Co-op Late Store0.8 km
- Greens Super Food0.8 km
- Bethlem Shop T/A Tuk Inn1.0 km
- The News Rack0.8 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Helvedere0.4 km
- McDonalds0.4 km
- Q Cafe1.0 km
- Rupees Grill And Restaurant1.0 km
- The Shirley Cafe0.8 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco (3386)0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Traditional Fish Bar0.7 km
- 08 Express Chinese Cuisine0.8 km
- The Spices0.8 km
- Komur Meze Grill0.8 km
- Peking Garden0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Apple Tree0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- West Wickham1.7 km
- Eden Park2.1 km
- Elmers End2.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CR08AR · Data under Open Government Licence