CR8 1DP is a sought-after residential area on Coxley Rise, 0.6km from Little Roke in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Purley & Woodcote ward and the Croydon South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR8, CR8 1DP offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 CR8 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00005470 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COXLEY RISE, CR8 1DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COXLEY RISE, CR8 1DP.
409
41
£ 62,000 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR8 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
CR8 1DP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR8 1DP. The average age is 40.8. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR8 1DP has low crime rates — 19 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
Harris Primary Academy Kenley
St Nicholas School
Purley Nursery School
Beaumont Primary School
Riddlesdown Collegiate
Christ Church CofE Primary School (Purley)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- KK Food And Wine0.9 km
- Shell Foxley (4SUK Ltd)0.7 km
- Station Store0.9 km
- Riddlesdown Pharmacy0.4 km
- News Flash0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Marmaris Cafe0.9 km
- Baxfood Caribbean1.0 km
- Dhabagrillz0.4 km
- Sabores Da Terra1.0 km
- Smokin' Grill Steakhouse0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- King Fish Bar0.9 km
- Perfect Kebab0.4 km
- Chicken World0.8 km
- Golden Orient Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Hot Wok Chinese Take Away0.4 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Operative Food0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Riddlesdown0.4 km
- Purley Station0.8 km
- Kenley0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Riddlesdown Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR81DP · Data under Open Government Licence