CR9 1HT is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Croydon, South in Croydon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Fairfield ward and the Croydon Central constituency.
Within the CR9 district, this postcode is characterised by a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. By day, the area transitions to a shop until you drop character: major retail centres of national and regional significance. With residents averaging 34 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are high (299 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CR9 1HT are sourced from Output Area E00181005 (shared with 171 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CR9 1HT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 1HT.
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34
£ 0 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR9 1HT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines CR9 1HT — 54% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 1HT. The average age is 33.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 1HT are high at 299 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
Krishna Avanti Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
The Minster Junior School
The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
St Mary's Catholic High School
St. Mary's Catholic Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
163 nearby- Adam's Cafe0.9 km
- The Orchard0.9 km
- The Oval Tavern1.0 km
- Gallinas Peri Peri1.0 km
- Early Learners0.2 km
- + 158 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Sainsburys0.7 km
- Polski Supermarket0.1 km
- Tesco0.4 km
- Lidl UK0.2 km
- Sainsbury's0.6 km
- + 10 more
Retailers - Other
89 nearby- Jamee Food & Wine0.6 km
- South End Supermarket1.0 km
- The Plug0.5 km
- Faith Wok0.1 km
- George Street Express / Oceannet Online0.4 km
- + 84 more
Takeaway Shop
61 nearby- Perfect Fried Chicken1.0 km
- Chang Cheng0.6 km
- Cheeky Fish0.8 km
- Chicken Hut0.6 km
- Chicken World Peri Peri0.1 km
- + 56 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.5 km
- Travelodge Hotels0.3 km
- Look A Head Support @ Holiday Inn Express0.1 km
- Hampton By Hilton London Croydon Hotel0.6 km
- Leonardo Hotel London Croydon0.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.1 km
- Bishops Wine Bar0.2 km
- Market Tavern0.1 km
- The Skylark0.9 km
- The Surrey Cricketers0.6 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Croydon0.6 km
- West Croydon0.6 km
- Croydon0.6 km
Bus Stops
- George Street Tram Stop0.1 km
- George Street Tram Stop0.2 km
- Church Street Tram Stop0.2 km
- Church Street Tram Stop0.3 km
- Wellesley Road Tram Stop0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CR91HT · Data under Open Government Licence