SE25 4DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Shirley Row, 0.8km from Anerley in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.
Day-to-day life in SE25 4DU has the character of a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 51% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £665k.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4DU are sourced from Output Area E00005697 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHIRLEY ROW, SE25 4DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHIRLEY ROW, SE25 4DU.
195
36
£ 45,900 /yr
66%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE25 4DU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
SE25 4DU has a highly multicultural community character — 51% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. 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 4DU. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 665,000
1 sales · Mean £ 665,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE25 4DU has low crime rates — 35 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
Harris Academy South Norwood
Cypress Primary School
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
James Dixon Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
Harris Aspire Academy
All Saints CofE Primary School
South Norwood Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
36 nearby- Clocktower Fruit And Vegetables0.9 km
- G7 Express0.8 km
- Hasan Halal Meat And Groceries0.7 km
- Counter News0.9 km
- Greens Superfoods1.0 km
- + 31 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Albion0.6 km
- The Cherry Tree0.9 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.7 km
- Trude Rotisserie0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
39 nearby- No. 740.7 km
- Banana Island Bar And Restaurant0.7 km
- Brown & Green Cafe0.8 km
- Carivegan0.9 km
- Chave Do Douro1.0 km
- + 34 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
29 nearby- Desi Spice0.4 km
- Tony's Lunch Box0.9 km
- Go Go Fresh UK Ltd0.8 km
- Golden Fish & Chips0.7 km
- Mayflower0.8 km
- + 24 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.7 km
- Norwood Junction0.9 km
- Anerley1.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SE254DU · Data under Open Government Licence