Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

LIMPSFIELD AVENUE, CR7 6BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIMPSFIELD AVENUE, CR7 6BG.

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Population

384

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 51,500 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

46% of CR7 6BG's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 39 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community. Property prices are trending down 21.7% year-on-year.

home £379,634 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CR7 6BG is a mixed residential area on Limpsfield Avenue, 0.6km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.

For families considering a move, CR7 6BG represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £379k, down 21.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6BG are sourced from Output Area E00005900 (shared with 13 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 CR7 6BG. The average age is 38.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British16.8%
Asian / British Asian46.1%
Black / African / Caribbean24.1%
Other / Mixed13.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 379,634

4 sales · Mean £ 362,942

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

Crime around CR7 6BG is moderate at 66 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 offences189
Anti-social behaviour144
Vehicle crime59
Public order49
Criminal damage and arson43

school Local Schools

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Gonville Academy

Good479 pupils0.3 km
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Paxton Academy Sports And Science

Good186 pupils0.4 km
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West Thornton Primary School

Inadequate960 pupils0.6 km
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The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy

Requires Improvement684 pupils0.8 km
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Winterbourne Boys' Academy

Good207 pupils0.8 km
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Winterbourne Junior Girls' School

Good259 pupils0.8 km
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Winterbourne Nursery and Infants' School

Requires Improvement367 pupils0.8 km
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Ecclesbourne Primary School

Good426 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

50 nearby
  • Grainmill Ltd0.5 km
  • Kabul Supermarket0.6 km
  • Mahalakshmi Food0.6 km
  • Jolens0.7 km
  • N A Food And Wine0.5 km
  • + 45 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Golden Lion0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

32 nearby
  • Bawarchi0.4 km
  • Cake Walk0.9 km
  • CR7 Lounge0.4 km
  • Desi Chaska0.4 km
  • Dunheved Lodge0.4 km
  • + 27 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Khan Cash And Carry0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Bensham Local1.0 km
  • M & S Simply Foods At Croydon University Hospital0.8 km
  • The Little Cheap Booze Store0.4 km
  • + 3 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Food Mart0.2 km
  • D's Island Grill0.5 km
  • KFC0.4 km
  • Metro's0.6 km
  • Xpress Grill0.5 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Cedars House Hotel0.9 km
  • Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Thornton Heath1.5 km
  • West Croydon2.0 km
  • Selhurst2.1 km