Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

HOMESTEAD WAY, CR0 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOMESTEAD WAY, CR0 0AU.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 40,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CR0 0AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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1/10
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4/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CR0 0AU is an established family neighbourhood — 51% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £330k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

CR0 0AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Homestead Way, 0.8km from New Addington in Croydon. Administratively it sits within New Addington South ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, CR0 0AU is a high-density area of young ethnic minority families, mostly in flats. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CR0 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00005386 (shared with 6 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 CR0 0AU. 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

White / British74.9%
Asian / British Asian3.7%
Black / African / Caribbean16.2%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 330,000

2 sales · Mean £ 330,000

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

CR0 0AU has low crime rates — 40 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour33
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Fairchildes Primary School

Outstanding469 pupils0.3 km
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Meridian High School

Good600 pupils0.3 km
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Rowdown Primary School

Good335 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • McColls0.1 km
  • Central Parade Post Office/SS Central0.9 km
  • Maxy Superstore0.1 km
  • New Addington Food And Wine0.9 km
  • Poundland0.9 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Warbank Social Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Calley Down Respite Care Unit1.0 km
  • Le Raj Tandoori Nights0.1 km
  • Cafe Dino0.9 km
  • Fingers Kebab0.9 km
  • Kaspa's Desserts0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Feed Easy Ltd - Sandwich Maker0.8 km
  • China Garden0.9 km
  • Companion Chinese Takeaway0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • JFC Fried Chicken0.1 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hayes (Kent)4.7 km
  • West Wickham5.2 km
  • Upper Warlingham5.8 km