Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CR9 0BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 0BN.

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Population

380

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 43,000 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR9 0BN 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.

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5/10
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6/10
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4/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Social renting makes up 60% of tenure in CR9 0BN — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

CR9 0BN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Layhams in Croydon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within New Addington South ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

This is a mixed area of service workers, students and families in semi-detached housing. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for CR9 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00005366 (shared with 7 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 CR9 0BN. The average age is 33.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British61.3%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean24.5%
Other / Mixed10.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around CR9 0BN is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour37
Violence and sexual offences30
Drugs13
Vehicle crime12
Criminal damage and arson11

school Local Schools

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Rowdown Primary School

Good335 pupils0.4 km
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Tudor Academy

Good573 pupils0.8 km
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Fairchildes Primary School

Outstanding469 pupils1.1 km
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Meridian High School

Good600 pupils1.1 km
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Castle Hill Academy

Good316 pupils1.4 km
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Good Shepherd Catholic Primary and Nursery School

Good229 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

17 nearby
  • Kerala Taste0.1 km
  • McColls0.9 km
  • Mini Superstore0.2 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.8 km
  • Booze Bank0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Warbank Social Club0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Calley Down Respite Care Unit0.3 km
  • Gena Gena Caribbean Kitchen0.1 km
  • Le Raj Tandoori Nights0.9 km
  • Better Cafe At New Addington Leisure And Community Centre0.8 km
  • Cafe Dino0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Iceland0.8 km
  • Lidl1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Feed Easy Ltd - Sandwich Maker0.9 km
  • Addington Charcoal Grill0.2 km
  • China Garden0.8 km
  • Companion Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hayes (Kent)3.6 km
  • West Wickham4.2 km
  • Eden Park5.4 km