Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

DITCHES LANE, CR5 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DITCHES LANE, CR5 1DA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

364

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 66,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR5 1DA 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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9/10
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10/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CR5 1DA's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

CR5 1DA is a sought-after residential area on Ditches Lane, 1.0km from Lacey Green in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Coulsdon Town ward and the Croydon South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR5, CR5 1DA offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CR5 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00005080 (shared with 15 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 CR5 1DA. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British83.4%
Asian / British Asian6.1%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

CR5 1DA has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Coulsdon CofE Primary School

Outstanding205 pupils1.3 km
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Oasis Academy Coulsdon

Good929 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Netherne Community Amateur Sports Club1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Coulsdon South1.9 km
  • Woodmansterne2.0 km
  • Coulsdon Town2.7 km