SE25 4AD is a safe, established residential area on Woodvale Avenue, 0.6km from South Norwood in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.
For families considering a move, SE25 4AD represents a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. By day, the area transitions to a independent professional metro services character: higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 49% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £756k, up 7.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4AD are sourced from Output Area E00005700 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODVALE AVENUE, SE25 4AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODVALE AVENUE, SE25 4AD.
288
42
£ 55,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE25 4AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, SE25 4AD combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£756k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £756k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 7.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE25 4AD. The average age is 42.5. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 730,000
8 sales · Mean £ 753,052
Terraced
£ 661,000
1 sales · Mean £ 661,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE25 4AD has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cypress Primary School
Harris Academy South Norwood
Harris Aspire Academy
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
Beckmead College
All Saints CofE Primary School
James Dixon Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Clocktower Fruit And Vegetables0.8 km
- Eelam Mini Market0.8 km
- G7 Express0.8 km
- Hasan Halal Meat And Groceries0.7 km
- Counter News0.8 km
- + 26 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.7 km
- Buller Hotel1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Albion0.6 km
- The Cherry Tree0.8 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.7 km
- Trude Rotisserie0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- No. 740.7 km
- Banana Island Bar And Restaurant0.7 km
- Brown & Green Cafe0.8 km
- Carivegan0.8 km
- Chave Do Douro0.8 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.8 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.8 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Desi Spice0.8 km
- Crystal Palace Pizza & Grill0.8 km
- Go Go Fresh UK Ltd0.7 km
- Golden Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Mayflower0.7 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.7 km
- Norwood Junction0.9 km
- Anerley1.3 km
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Postcode Profile: SE254AD · Data under Open Government Licence