CR0 7AB is a safe, established residential area on Lower Addiscombe Road, 0.4km from Addiscombe in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Addiscombe East ward and the Croydon Central constituency.
Day-to-day life in CR0 7AB has the character of a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — higher status cosmopolitan professional services and self-employment. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% 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 £470k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR0 7AB are sourced from Output Area E00004936 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER ADDISCOMBE ROAD, CR0 7AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER ADDISCOMBE ROAD, CR0 7AB.
468
36
£ 64,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR0 7AB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines CR0 7AB — 55% 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 CR0 7AB. The average age is 36.3. 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
Terraced
£ 450,000
12 sales · Mean £ 439,182
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR0 7AB 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
Woodside Primary School
Oasis Academy Shirley Park
John Wood School & Nursery
Chaffinch Brook School
Ark Blake Academy
St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School
Tunstall Nursery School
Robert Fitzroy Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- A Little Blossom0.3 km
- Dhiyan News0.2 km
- Kajal Premier Express0.8 km
- Londis Woodside Stores0.6 km
- Ashburton Food & Wine1.0 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- Croydon Cafe0.7 km
- Chilli & Spice0.6 km
- Four Seasons Cuisine (Shirley Park) Ltd0.9 km
- LJs Snack Bar0.6 km
- Addiscombe Sports & Social Club0.5 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Chicken Guys0.8 km
- Crust Pizza / Texas Mexican0.6 km
- The Green Tandoori0.6 km
- Mama's Pizza & Pasta0.8 km
- Brothers Kebab0.2 km
- + 20 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Alma Tavern0.8 km
- Claret & Ale0.2 km
- The Joiners Arms0.7 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Freshco0.1 km
- Co-Op Supermarket0.2 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Morland Road Londis Store0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Flexistay Addiscombe Aparthotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Croydon1.7 km
- Norwood Junction1.8 km
- Selhurst1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Blackhorse Lane Tram Stop0.0 km
- Addiscombe Tram Stop0.2 km
- Addiscombe Tram Stop0.2 km
- Addiscombe Tram Stop0.2 km
- Blackhorse Lane Tram Stop0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR07AB · Data under Open Government Licence