SE25 4JN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Archer Road, 0.9km from South Norwood in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Woodside ward and the Croydon Central constituency.
Within the SE25 district, this postcode is characterised by 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 35 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £309k, down 6.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4JN are sourced from Output Area E00005939 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ARCHER ROAD, SE25 4JN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARCHER ROAD, SE25 4JN.
297
35
£ 48,400 /yr
52%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 54% owner-occupation and average age 35, SE25 4JN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 6.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE25 4JN. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 310,000
12 sales · Mean £ 302,791
Terraced
£ 356,800
2 sales · Mean £ 356,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE25 4JN is moderate at 54 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
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
Oasis Academy Ryelands
South Norwood Primary
Oasis Academy Arena
Crosfield Nursery School
Harris Academy South Norwood
Stewart Fleming Primary School
Harris Aspire Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- Graces Bar & Grill0.9 km
- V & J Bar Restaurant0.7 km
- 1885 Lounge0.7 km
- Ballers Pot Of Paradise0.4 km
- Beirut Gourmet0.6 km
- + 38 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Trude Rotisserie0.7 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.6 km
- The Portland Arms0.5 km
- The Albion0.6 km
- The Cherry Tree0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
35 nearby- Marlow Fish Bar0.8 km
- Apna Indian Cuisine0.5 km
- Chicken World0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Dong Hai0.8 km
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
- Tesco0.8 km
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Penge Food And Wine0.7 km
- KT Fishmonger0.7 km
- Modern News0.4 km
- Pink Icing Company0.3 km
- Londis At South Norwood Service Station0.9 km
- + 38 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.6 km
- Norwood Junction0.7 km
- Birkbeck0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Harrington Road Tram Stop0.4 km
- Harrington Road Tram Stop0.4 km
- Harrington Road Tram Stop0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE254JN · Data under Open Government Licence