Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

WICKHAM ROAD, CR0 8TE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WICKHAM ROAD, CR0 8TE.

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Population

269

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 61,700 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR0 8TE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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8/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

CR0 8TE is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending down 21.1% year-on-year.

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

CR0 8TE is a well-regarded residential area on Wickham Road, 0.4km from Shirley in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Shirley North ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

For families considering a move, CR0 8TE represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 58 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £285k, down 21.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CR0 8TE are sourced from Output Area E00005623 (shared with 19 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 8TE. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British62.4%
Asian / British Asian16.1%
Black / African / Caribbean15.0%
Other / Mixed6.6%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 237,000

9 sales · Mean £ 246,166

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

Crime around CR0 8TE is moderate at 58 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting106
Violence and sexual offences43
Anti-social behaviour29
Vehicle crime20
Criminal damage and arson16

school Local Schools

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St John's CofE Primary School

Outstanding390 pupils0.2 km
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Shirley High School Performing Arts College

Good920 pupils0.4 km
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Harris Primary Academy Benson

Good224 pupils0.5 km
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Coloma Convent Girls' School

Requires Improvement0.6 km
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Orchard Way Primary School

Good1.3 km
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Orchard Park High School

Good659 pupils1.3 km
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Oasis Academy Shirley Park

Good1874 pupils1.3 km
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Forest Academy

Good212 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Co-op Late Store0.2 km
  • Greens Super Food0.2 km
  • Londis0.9 km
  • Hathaways0.7 km
  • Kalisco0.0 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Abra Kebabra0.0 km
  • Angulina0.0 km
  • Methodist Church Home For The Elderly0.4 km
  • Q Cafe0.0 km
  • Renzo And Mauro0.1 km
  • + 11 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • 08 Express Chinese Cuisine0.2 km
  • The Spices0.2 km
  • Komur Meze Grill0.2 km
  • Shirley Fish Bar0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Eden Park2.4 km
  • West Wickham2.5 km
  • Elmers End2.6 km