SE25 4DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Pittville Gardens, 0.7km from South Norwood in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £465k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4DJ are sourced from Output Area E00005706 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PITTVILLE GARDENS, SE25 4DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PITTVILLE GARDENS, SE25 4DJ.
469
34
£ 45,900 /yr
49%
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
Cultural diversity defines SE25 4DJ — 62% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE25 4DJ. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 460,000
12 sales · Mean £ 457,291
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE25 4DJ is moderate at 51 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
Harris Academy South Norwood
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
Harris Aspire Academy
Cypress Primary School
James Dixon Primary School
South Norwood Primary
Stewart Fleming Primary School
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
42 nearby- Clocktower Fruit And Vegetables0.7 km
- G7 Express0.6 km
- Hasan Halal Meat And Groceries0.5 km
- Counter News0.8 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- + 37 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Albion0.4 km
- The Cherry Tree0.7 km
- Trude Rotisserie0.6 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- No. 740.6 km
- Banana Island Bar And Restaurant0.6 km
- Brown & Green Cafe0.7 km
- Carivegan0.8 km
- Communitea0.6 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Desi Spice0.2 km
- Tony's Lunch Box1.0 km
- Favourite Tasty Chicken0.9 km
- Go Go Fresh UK Ltd0.7 km
- Golden Fish & Chips0.6 km
- + 23 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.5 km
- Norwood Junction0.8 km
- Anerley1.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SE254DJ · Data under Open Government Licence