Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CR0 1LF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CR0 1LF.

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Population

295

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 0 /yr

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Employed

64%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR0 1LF 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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8/10
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5/10
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1/10
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Area Character

CR0 1LF has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.

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

CR0 1LF is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Croydon in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Park Hill & Whitgift ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a administrative centres zone — high status management and administration, especially public sector. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 37) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon. Employment levels are high (48% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are high (194 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. 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 1LF are sourced from Output Area E00180998 (shared with 46 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 1LF. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British52.8%
Asian / British Asian19.0%
Black / African / Caribbean19.7%
Other / Mixed8.6%

Economic Activity

64%Active
FT: 48%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

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

Crime rates near CR0 1LF are high at 194 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour439
Violence and sexual offences363
Drugs111
Public order105
Other theft100

school Local Schools

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Ark Oval Primary Academy

Good589 pupils0.4 km
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St. Mary's Catholic Junior School

Good231 pupils0.6 km
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St Mary's Catholic Infant School

Good208 pupils0.6 km
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Park Hill Infant School

Outstanding266 pupils0.7 km
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Park Hill Junior School

Good363 pupils0.7 km
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Tunstall Nursery School

Outstanding113 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's Catholic High School

Good563 pupils0.7 km
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Saffron Valley Collegiate

Good102 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

95 nearby
  • Varshni0.7 km
  • African Market1.0 km
  • Food Wise0.7 km
  • GAME At House Of Fraser0.6 km
  • Hasti0.8 km
  • + 90 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

155 nearby
  • AM Cafe And Bakes0.7 km
  • J & D Kebab0.9 km
  • Jamaican Vibes Restaurant0.7 km
  • The Banana Leaf0.7 km
  • The Orchard0.4 km
  • + 150 more
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Supermarkets

15 nearby
  • Sainsburys0.1 km
  • Abad Supermarket0.6 km
  • Daily Fresh Supermarket0.7 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

65 nearby
  • Flavour Boss Jerk Centre0.7 km
  • Newroz Grill0.7 km
  • Papa Johns0.9 km
  • Argentinian Grill & The Noodle Bar0.2 km
  • Brixton Caribbean Cuisine0.9 km
  • + 60 more
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Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Palm Beach Club0.4 km
  • The George0.4 km
  • The Bulls Head0.8 km
  • Art And Craft CR0 1RJ0.6 km
  • Bishops Wine Bar0.5 km
  • + 16 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

9 nearby
  • Gustoso Restaurant And Bar At Lansdowne Hotel0.4 km
  • Travelodge Hotels0.3 km
  • Regents House Hotel0.4 km
  • Tulsi Hotel0.8 km
  • Premier Inn0.4 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Croydon0.1 km
  • West Croydon0.7 km
  • Croydon1.2 km

Bus Stops

  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.0 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.0 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.0 km
  • East Croydon Tram Stop0.0 km
  • East Croydon Rail Station0.1 km