CR9 1PW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Waddon in Croydon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Broad Green ward and the Croydon North constituency.
This is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. 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 — 64% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 77 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 1PW are sourced from Output Area E00180955 (shared with 548 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CR9 1PW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 1PW.
379
33
£ 45,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR9 1PW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CR9 1PW has a highly multicultural community character — 64% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR9 1PW. The average age is 33.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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 around CR9 1PW is moderate at 77 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Harris Primary Academy Croydon
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
Chestnut Park Primary School
The Minster Junior School
The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
St Mary's Catholic High School
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
Elmwood Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
95 nearby- Cake Zone0.7 km
- Dimples Newsagents0.7 km
- Haji & Sons0.7 km
- Centrale Express0.7 km
- Croydon Market0.8 km
- + 90 more
Restaurant, Cafe
82 nearby- Adam's Cafe0.7 km
- Ikea0.9 km
- Indo Ceylon Spice Restaurant0.8 km
- Mayday Cafe0.9 km
- Opan Cafe0.7 km
- + 77 more
Takeaway Shop
32 nearby- Chicken Delight0.7 km
- Colombo Express Takeaway0.7 km
- Rotti Mama0.8 km
- The Codfather0.7 km
- The Reggae Kitchen0.9 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
16 nearby- Lidl Superstore0.6 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Booker Cash & Carry0.8 km
- Marks And Spencer Purley Way0.8 km
- Abad Supermarket0.9 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Golden Lion1.0 km
- Bishops Wine Bar0.9 km
- Market Tavern1.0 km
- The Hare And Hounds Public House0.7 km
- Broad Green Tavern0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Look A Head Support @ Holiday Inn Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Croydon0.6 km
- West Croydon0.8 km
- Waddon1.2 km
Bus Stops
- Waddon Marsh Tram Stop0.3 km
- Waddon Marsh Tram Stop0.3 km
- Waddon Marsh Tram Stop0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR91PW · Data under Open Government Licence