CR7 6JA is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on London Road, 0.2km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CR7 6JA is a busy family neighbourhood — lots of children, diverse backgrounds. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 45% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6JA are sourced from Output Area E00180972 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONDON ROAD, CR7 6JA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONDON ROAD, CR7 6JA.
505
29
£ 51,500 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR7 6JA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 45% social renting, CR7 6JA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 29-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 6JA. The average age is 29.5. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 160,000
6 sales · Mean £ 167,290
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR7 6JA is moderate at 76 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
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
Gonville Academy
Winterbourne Junior Girls' School
Winterbourne Nursery and Infants' School
Winterbourne Boys' Academy
Ecclesbourne Primary School
Elmwood Junior School
Elmwood Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
55 nearby- Grainmill Ltd0.2 km
- K Corner0.8 km
- Kabul Supermarket0.4 km
- Mahalakshmi Food0.4 km
- Coca Cola European Partners0.8 km
- + 50 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Golden Lion0.8 km
- Railway Telegraph1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Bawarchi0.1 km
- Bubble N Shake0.9 km
- Cake Walk0.8 km
- CR7 Lounge0.1 km
- Desi Chaska0.0 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Khan Cash And Carry0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Bensham Local0.7 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Food Mart0.2 km
- Chicken Maxx0.9 km
- D's Island Grill0.2 km
- KFC0.0 km
- Metro's0.4 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Cedars House Hotel0.8 km
- Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.3 km
- Brigstock House1.0 km
- Crystal Lodge Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath1.1 km
- Selhurst1.7 km
- West Croydon1.9 km
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Postcode Profile: CR76JA · Data under Open Government Licence