CR9 1QQ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.4km 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.
Day-to-day life in CR9 1QQ has the character of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With an average age of just 28, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are high (205 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 1QQ are sourced from Output Area E00180968 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CR9 1QQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR9 1QQ.
237
28
£ 50,700 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CR9 1QQ has a highly multicultural community character — 62% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR9 1QQ. The average age is 27.8. 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: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CR9 1QQ are high at 205 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
Krishna Avanti Primary School
Saffron Valley Collegiate
The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy
The Minster Junior School
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon
St Mary's Catholic Infant School
St Mary's Catholic High School
St. Mary's Catholic Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
89 nearby- South End Food Centre0.7 km
- Greggs0.3 km
- African Market0.7 km
- Food Wise0.0 km
- GAME At House Of Fraser0.3 km
- + 84 more
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- The Bulls Head0.4 km
- Palm Beach Club0.3 km
- The George0.3 km
- Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.1 km
- Bishops Wine Bar0.3 km
- + 14 more
Restaurant, Cafe
164 nearby- Afters Croydon Ltd0.9 km
- Aqua Croydon Mediterranean Meze Bar & Grill0.8 km
- Atesh Restaurant0.5 km
- Bagatti's0.9 km
- F450.3 km
- + 159 more
Takeaway Shop
60 nearby- Coughlans0.5 km
- Croydon Kebab Centre0.3 km
- South Bridge Charcoal Grill0.8 km
- The Codfather1.0 km
- Argentinian Grill & The Noodle Bar0.6 km
- + 55 more
Supermarkets
15 nearby- Abad Supermarket0.1 km
- Daily Fresh Supermarket0.0 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.3 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.6 km
- Travelodge Hotels0.5 km
- Tulsi Hotel0.5 km
- Regents House Hotel0.6 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Croydon0.5 km
- West Croydon0.6 km
- East Croydon0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Church Street Tram Stop0.1 km
- Church Street Tram Stop0.1 km
- George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
- Centrale Tram Stop0.3 km
- George Street Tram Stop0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CR91QQ · Data under Open Government Licence