Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

LANCASTER ROAD, SE25 4AH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANCASTER ROAD, SE25 4AH.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 45,900 /yr

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Employed

57%

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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4/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines SE25 4AH — 61% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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

SE25 4AH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lancaster Road, 0.6km from South Norwood in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SE25 4AH offers a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. By day, the area transitions to a self-employed tradespeople in multicultural metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 41% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 61% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £303k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4AH are sourced from Output Area E00005702 (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 SE25 4AH. The average age is 36.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.9%
Asian / British Asian9.5%
Black / African / Caribbean37.2%
Other / Mixed14.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 6%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 303,750

2 sales · Mean £ 303,750

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

SE25 4AH has low crime rates — 48 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.

Violence and sexual offences126
Anti-social behaviour88
Vehicle crime45
Other theft33
Criminal damage and arson22

school Local Schools

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Harris Academy South Norwood

Good2116 pupils0.3 km
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Harris Aspire Academy

Good0 pupils0.6 km
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St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy

Good153 pupils0.6 km
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Cypress Primary School

Good634 pupils0.6 km
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Harris City Academy Crystal Palace

Outstanding1294 pupils0.9 km
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James Dixon Primary School

Good441 pupils0.9 km
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South Norwood Primary

Good311 pupils0.9 km
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Beckmead College

80 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

36 nearby
  • Clocktower Fruit And Vegetables0.7 km
  • Eelam Mini Market1.0 km
  • G7 Express0.6 km
  • Hasan Halal Meat And Groceries0.5 km
  • Counter News0.7 km
  • + 31 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Shelverdine Goathouse0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • The Albion0.4 km
  • The Cherry Tree0.7 km
  • The Jolly Sailor0.5 km
  • Trude Rotisserie0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • No. 740.5 km
  • Banana Island Bar And Restaurant0.5 km
  • Brown & Green Cafe0.6 km
  • Carivegan0.7 km
  • Communitea0.6 km
  • + 31 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket1.0 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Desi Spice0.4 km
  • Crystal Palace Pizza & Grill1.0 km
  • Favourite Tasty Chicken1.0 km
  • Go Go Fresh UK Ltd0.7 km
  • Golden Fish & Chips0.5 km
  • + 23 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Norwood0.5 km
  • Norwood Junction0.7 km
  • Anerley1.1 km