Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

MAYFIELD ROAD, CR2 0DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD ROAD, CR2 0DS.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 59,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CR2 0DS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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6/10
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4/10
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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

49% of CR2 0DS's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CR2 0DS is a safe, established residential area on Mayfield Road, 0.9km from Croham Hurst in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown ward and the Croydon South constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £263k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR2 0DS are sourced from Output Area E00005179 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR2 0DS. The average age is 38.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British51.4%
Asian / British Asian16.6%
Black / African / Caribbean17.3%
Other / Mixed14.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 230,000

3 sales · Mean £ 247,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CR2 0DS has low crime rates — 29 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.

Violence and sexual offences49
Anti-social behaviour32
Vehicle crime27
Other theft11
Burglary9

school Local Schools

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Purley Oaks Primary School

Good640 pupils0.4 km
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Ridgeway Primary School

Good664 pupils0.8 km
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Harris Primary Academy Haling Park

Outstanding353 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's Primary School

Good417 pupils1.1 km
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Regina Coeli Catholic Primary School

Good395 pupils1.2 km
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St Giles School

Good118 pupils1.2 km
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Harris Academy Purley

Outstanding1225 pupils1.2 km
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Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)

Good405 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Bashford & Co0.6 km
  • Elmfield Way News0.6 km
  • Elmfield Wines0.6 km
  • Drinks On Tap Ltd0.4 km
  • The Wine Cellar0.2 km
  • + 17 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Canary Cafe0.8 km
  • Eats Cafe0.4 km
  • Hunters Lodge0.0 km
  • Sanderstead Tandoori0.2 km
  • Amigos Burger Lounge0.5 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Baris International Food Centre0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.2 km
  • Justin Green Grocery Shop0.5 km
fastfood

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 Wings0.6 km
  • Krunk0.6 km
  • Ozzies Charcoal0.6 km
  • + 8 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Hayesthorpe Hotel0.9 km
  • Travelodge South Croydon0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Purley Arms0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sanderstead0.2 km
  • Purley Oaks0.6 km
  • South Croydon1.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Sanderstead Rail Station0.2 km