CR5 1DP is a sought-after residential area on Chaldon Way, 0.8km from Lacey Green in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Coulsdon Town ward and the Croydon South constituency.
For serious buyers, CR5 1DP is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 87% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £617k, down 2.9% 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 CR5 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00005080 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHALDON WAY, CR5 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHALDON WAY, CR5 1DP.
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40
£ 66,900 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR5 1DP 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CR5 1DP combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£617k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £617k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 2.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR5 1DP. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 605,000
11 sales · Mean £ 575,455
Semi-Detached
£ 580,000
1 sales · Mean £ 580,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR5 1DP has low crime rates — 8 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
Coulsdon CofE Primary School
Oasis Academy Byron
Oasis Academy Coulsdon
Keston Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Danny's Fish & Chips0.9 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Old Coulsdon Village Store0.9 km
- Tudor Bakery0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Stella's Emporium0.9 km
- Whyatts Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Curry Leaf Coulsdon0.9 km
- The Aycorn Shoppe0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Netherne Community Amateur Sports Club0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coulsdon South1.3 km
- Woodmansterne1.7 km
- Coulsdon Town2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: CR51DP · Data under Open Government Licence