Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

CHALDON WAY, CR5 1DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHALDON WAY, CR5 1DL.

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Population

293

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 56,400 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CR5 1DL 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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10/10
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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CR5 1DL's low deprivation rank, 94% ownership, and £562k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £562k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

CR5 1DL is a sought-after residential area on Chaldon Way, 0.7km from Coulsdon in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Old Coulsdon ward and the Croydon South constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CR5, CR5 1DL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 94% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £562k. 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 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00005075 (shared with 12 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 1DL. The average age is 46.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.9%
Asian / British Asian6.2%
Black / African / Caribbean5.2%
Other / Mixed8.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 562,500

1 sales · Mean £ 562,500

Semi-Detached

£ 535,000

1 sales · Mean £ 535,000

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

CR5 1DL has low crime rates — 7 incidents 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 behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences5
Vehicle crime4
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Coulsdon CofE Primary School

Outstanding205 pupils0.6 km
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Oasis Academy Byron

Outstanding202 pupils0.6 km
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Keston Primary School

Good454 pupils1.4 km
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New Valley Primary School

Good183 pupils1.5 km
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Smitham Primary School

Good548 pupils1.5 km
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St Aidan's Catholic Primary School

Good216 pupils1.5 km
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Oasis Academy Coulsdon

Good929 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • The Full Monty Cafe0.9 km
  • Stella's Emporium0.9 km
  • Whyatts Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Curry Leaf Coulsdon0.8 km
  • Old Coulsdon Bowling Club0.8 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Danny's Fish & Chips1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Old Coulsdon Village Store1.0 km
  • Tudor Bakery0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Netherne Community Amateur Sports Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Coulsdon South0.8 km
  • Coulsdon Town1.6 km
  • Woodmansterne1.6 km