CR2 0AT is a sought-after residential area on Montana Close, 1.0km from Croham Hurst in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Sanderstead ward and the Croydon South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CR2 0AT offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 45% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k, up 5.8% 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 CR2 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00005481 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MONTANA CLOSE, CR2 0AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MONTANA CLOSE, CR2 0AT.
303
42
£ 68,500 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR2 0AT is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 53% owner-occupation and average age 42, CR2 0AT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 5.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR2 0AT. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 245,000
38 sales · Mean £ 238,657
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR2 0AT has low crime rates — 17 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
Ridgeway Primary School
Purley Oaks Primary School
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)
Harris Academy Purley
Gresham Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Haling Park
St Giles School
Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
16 nearby- Drinks On Tap Ltd0.9 km
- The Wine Cellar0.4 km
- Brighton Road Supermarket0.8 km
- Revolution Pizza At Shell Service Station0.9 km
- Shell Service Station0.9 km
- + 11 more
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Eats Cafe0.9 km
- Hunters Lodge0.6 km
- Sanderstead Tandoori0.4 km
- Amigos Burger Lounge0.9 km
- Costa Coffee @ Hayling Down Service Station0.9 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.4 km
- Justin Green Grocery Shop0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- DC Tann Elmfield Fine Foods0.6 km
- Kanteen/Wings For The Win/Absurd Bird/World Of Wings0.5 km
- Ozzies Charcoal0.8 km
- CB Sezen1.0 km
- Golden Bowl0.8 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Purley Arms0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge South Croydon0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sanderstead0.4 km
- Purley Oaks0.5 km
- Riddlesdown1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Sanderstead Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR20AT · Data under Open Government Licence