Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

HAZEL CLOSE, CR0 8YU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAZEL CLOSE, CR0 8YU.

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Population

276

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 61,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR0 8YU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. CR0 8YU spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £425k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

CR0 8YU is a sought-after residential area on Hazel Close, 0.7km from Monks Orchard in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Shirley North ward and the Croydon Central constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR0, CR0 8YU offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 91% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 37% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k.

Census 2021 statistics for CR0 8YU are sourced from Output Area E00005612 (shared with 10 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 8YU. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.2%
Asian / British Asian20.2%
Black / African / Caribbean11.2%
Other / Mixed5.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 375,000

3 sales · Mean £ 385,000

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

CR0 8YU has low crime rates — 16 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 offences20
Anti-social behaviour12
Vehicle crime12
Other theft5
Drugs4

school Local Schools

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Orchard Park High School

Good659 pupils0.8 km
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Orchard Way Primary School

Good0.8 km
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Oasis Academy Shirley Park

Good1874 pupils0.9 km
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St John's CofE Primary School

Outstanding390 pupils0.9 km
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Monks Orchard Primary School

Good248 pupils1.1 km
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Harris Primary Academy Benson

Good224 pupils1.1 km
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Shirley High School Performing Arts College

Good920 pupils1.1 km
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Coloma Convent Girls' School

Requires Improvement1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Co-op Late Store0.7 km
  • Greens Super Food0.7 km
  • Magic Food And Wine0.5 km
  • Portland Wines0.9 km
  • Wild Bean Cafe/BP Service Station/Shirley Connect0.8 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Abra Kebabra0.8 km
  • Angulina0.7 km
  • Bywood Deli0.8 km
  • Happy Dolphin0.9 km
  • Q Cafe0.7 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco0.8 km
  • The Southern Co-operative Ltd0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • 08 Express Chinese Cuisine0.7 km
  • Bywood Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Dans Garden Takeaway0.9 km
  • Pizza Hot 4 You0.8 km
  • The Spices0.7 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Elmers End1.9 km
  • Eden Park2.0 km
  • Norwood Junction2.4 km