Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CR9 1JT House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

231

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR9 1JT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines CR9 1JT — 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.

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

CR9 1JT 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 Fairfield ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

Day-to-day life in CR9 1JT 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. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 (226 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.

Census 2021 statistics for CR9 1JT are sourced from Output Area E00181005 (shared with 171 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 1JT. 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

White / British46.3%
Asian / British Asian16.0%
Black / African / Caribbean22.1%
Other / Mixed15.6%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime rates near CR9 1JT are high at 226 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 behaviour617
Violence and sexual offences524
Other theft158
Drugs155
Public order153

school Local Schools

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Saffron Valley Collegiate

Good102 pupils0.3 km
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Krishna Avanti Primary School

Good172 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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Heathfield Academy

Outstanding349 pupils0.7 km
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Howard Primary School

Good402 pupils0.8 km
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The Minster Junior School

Good0.9 km
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The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy

Good0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

164 nearby
  • The Orchard0.9 km
  • The Oval Tavern1.0 km
  • AMT Coffee0.5 km
  • Bad Axe Throwing0.4 km
  • Bao Bao0.4 km
  • + 159 more
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Supermarkets

13 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.6 km
  • Abad Supermarket0.4 km
  • Daily Fresh Supermarket0.4 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

86 nearby
  • Food Wise0.4 km
  • GAME At House Of Fraser0.6 km
  • Hasti0.5 km
  • North End News0.7 km
  • South End Food Centre0.5 km
  • + 81 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Palm Beach Club0.3 km
  • The George0.3 km
  • The Bulls Head0.3 km
  • Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.3 km
  • Bishops Wine Bar0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Takeaway Shop

68 nearby
  • Argentinian Grill & The Noodle Bar0.4 km
  • Brixton Caribbean Cuisine0.9 km
  • Chick'N Box0.4 km
  • Crust Bros0.4 km
  • Donals Chicken0.9 km
  • + 63 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.7 km
  • Travelodge Hotels0.4 km
  • Regents House Hotel0.2 km
  • Premier Inn0.6 km
  • Hampton By Hilton London Croydon Hotel0.7 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Croydon0.6 km
  • West Croydon0.9 km
  • Croydon0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
  • George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
  • Wellesley Road Tram Stop0.5 km
  • Wellesley Road Tram Stop0.5 km