Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CR9 1DX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 1DX.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR9 1DX 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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2/10
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Area Character

CR9 1DX has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

CR9 1DX is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.1km 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.

Day-to-day life in CR9 1DX has the character of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — high status management and administration, especially public sector. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 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 (268 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 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00180998 (shared with 46 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 1DX. 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

White / British52.8%
Asian / British Asian19.0%
Black / African / Caribbean19.7%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

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

Crime rates near CR9 1DX are high at 268 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 behaviour560
Violence and sexual offences541
Shoplifting188
Drugs160
Other theft151

school Local Schools

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Saffron Valley Collegiate

Good102 pupils0.6 km
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Ark Oval Primary Academy

Good589 pupils0.6 km
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Park Hill Infant School

Outstanding266 pupils0.7 km
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Park Hill Junior School

Good363 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Infant School

Good208 pupils0.7 km
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St. Mary's Catholic Junior School

Good231 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic High School

Good563 pupils0.8 km
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Krishna Avanti Primary School

Good172 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

98 nearby
  • Varshni0.9 km
  • African Market1.0 km
  • Food Wise0.5 km
  • GAME At House Of Fraser0.5 km
  • Hasti0.6 km
  • + 93 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

172 nearby
  • AM Cafe And Bakes0.9 km
  • Jamaican Vibes Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Banana Leaf1.0 km
  • The Orchard0.6 km
  • The Oval Tavern0.7 km
  • + 167 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.3 km
  • Abad Supermarket0.5 km
  • Daily Fresh Supermarket0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

68 nearby
  • Flavour Boss Jerk Centre1.0 km
  • Newroz Grill1.0 km
  • Argentinian Grill & The Noodle Bar0.1 km
  • Brixton Caribbean Cuisine0.8 km
  • Chick'N Box0.1 km
  • + 63 more
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Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Palm Beach Club0.2 km
  • The George0.3 km
  • The Bulls Head0.6 km
  • Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.4 km
  • Bishops Wine Bar0.4 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.4 km
  • Travelodge Hotels0.2 km
  • Regents House Hotel0.2 km
  • South Park Hotel1.0 km
  • Tulsi Hotel0.6 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Croydon0.3 km
  • West Croydon0.7 km
  • Croydon1.0 km

Bus Stops

  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.2 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.3 km
  • George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.3 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.3 km