CR9 1BG is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Croydon in Croydon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Park Hill & Whitgift ward and the Croydon Central constituency.
The people who live in CR9 1BG are typical of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Outside of residential hours, high status management and administration, especially public sector. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are high (236 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for CR9 1BG are sourced from Output Area E00180998 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CR9 1BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 1BG.
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£ 0 /yr
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Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR9 1BG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
47% of CR9 1BG's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR9 1BG. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 rates near CR9 1BG are high at 236 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.
school Local Schools
Saffron Valley Collegiate
Park Hill Infant School
Park Hill Junior School
Krishna Avanti Primary School
Heathfield Academy
Howard Primary School
Ark Oval Primary Academy
Archbishop Tenison's CofE High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
164 nearby- The Orchard0.8 km
- The Oval Tavern0.9 km
- Tota Cafe1.0 km
- AMT Coffee0.4 km
- Bad Axe Throwing0.4 km
- + 159 more
Supermarkets
13 nearby- Sainsburys0.5 km
- Abad Supermarket0.5 km
- Daily Fresh Supermarket0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
87 nearby- Food Wise0.5 km
- GAME At House Of Fraser0.6 km
- Hasti0.6 km
- North End News0.7 km
- South End Food Centre0.5 km
- + 82 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Palm Beach Club0.3 km
- The George0.4 km
- The Bulls Head0.4 km
- Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.4 km
- Bishops Wine Bar0.5 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
68 nearby- Argentinian Grill & The Noodle Bar0.4 km
- Brixton Caribbean Cuisine1.0 km
- Chick'N Box0.4 km
- Crust Bros0.4 km
- Donals Chicken0.9 km
- + 63 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge Hotels0.4 km
- Regents House Hotel0.1 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
- Hampton By Hilton London Croydon Hotel0.7 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Croydon0.5 km
- West Croydon0.9 km
- Croydon1.0 km
Bus Stops
- George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
- George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
- East Croydon Tram Stop0.4 km
- East Croydon Tram Stop0.4 km
- East Croydon Tram Stop0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR91BG · Data under Open Government Licence