Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CR9 1QQ House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

237

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Avg Age

28

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Avg Income

£ 50,700 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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4/10
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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 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.

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

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.

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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

White / British38.3%
Asian / British Asian13.6%
Black / African / Caribbean30.2%
Other / Mixed17.9%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour540
Violence and sexual offences491
Shoplifting187
Drugs170
Other theft162

school Local Schools

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Krishna Avanti Primary School

Good172 pupils0.6 km
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Saffron Valley Collegiate

Good102 pupils0.6 km
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The Minster Nursery and Infants Church of England Academy

Good0.6 km
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The Minster Junior School

Good0.6 km
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Harris Invictus Academy Croydon

Outstanding916 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic Infant School

Good208 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's Catholic High School

Good563 pupils0.9 km
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St. Mary's Catholic Junior School

Good231 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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
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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

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