CR2 0BW is a sought-after residential area on Essenden Road, 0.8km from Croham Hurst in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Croydon ward and the Croydon South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR2, CR2 0BW offers a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £700k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR2 0BW are sourced from Output Area E00005170 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ESSENDEN ROAD, CR2 0BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ESSENDEN ROAD, CR2 0BW.
303
41
£ 64,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR2 0BW 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. CR2 0BW's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £700k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £700k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR2 0BW. The average age is 41.2. 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: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 700,000
1 sales · Mean £ 700,000
Detached
£ 750,000
1 sales · Mean £ 750,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR2 0BW has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Purley Oaks Primary School
Ridgeway Primary School
St Peter's Primary School
Harris Primary Academy Haling Park
Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School
St Giles School
Coombe Wood School
Harris Academy Purley
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Bashford & Co0.6 km
- Elmfield Way News0.6 km
- Elmfield Wines0.6 km
- Drinks On Tap Ltd0.4 km
- The Wine Cellar0.6 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Canary Cafe0.8 km
- Eats Cafe0.4 km
- Hunters Lodge0.3 km
- Sanderstead Tandoori0.6 km
- Amigos Burger Lounge0.7 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Baris International Food Centre0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Justin Green Grocery Shop0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- DC Tann Elmfield Fine Foods0.6 km
- Morleys Fried Chicken0.8 km
- Kanteen/Wings For The Win/Absurd Bird/World Of Wings0.9 km
- Krunk0.7 km
- Ozzies Charcoal0.9 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Hayesthorpe Hotel1.0 km
- Travelodge South Croydon0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Purley Arms0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sanderstead0.5 km
- Purley Oaks0.9 km
- South Croydon1.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CR20BW · Data under Open Government Licence