CR7 6BU is a safe, established residential area on Harcourt Road, 0.8km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. During the day, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% 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 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6BU are sourced from Output Area E00005907 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HARCOURT ROAD, CR7 6BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARCOURT ROAD, CR7 6BU.
347
39
£ 51,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
52% of CR7 6BU's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 6BU. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 366,000
2 sales · Mean £ 366,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR7 6BU is moderate at 54 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.
school Local Schools
West Thornton Primary School
Gonville Academy
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
Elmwood Junior School
Elmwood Infant School
Harris Primary Academy Croydon
Ecclesbourne Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Jolens0.5 km
- N A Food And Wine0.7 km
- Coughlans0.6 km
- Bottom Bay0.4 km
- Grainmill Ltd0.7 km
- + 48 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Elim Pentecostal Church0.5 km
- Indo Ceylon Spice Restaurant0.8 km
- Mannys Cafe0.7 km
- Mayday Cafe0.8 km
- Saints And Sinners0.6 km
- + 31 more
Takeaway Shop
31 nearby- Fresh And Tasty0.6 km
- GS Star Catering & Bakery0.4 km
- Huang's Kitchen0.5 km
- Morleys Fried Chicken0.5 km
- Rotti Mama0.8 km
- + 26 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Lion0.4 km
Supermarkets
9 nearby- Booker Cash & Carry0.8 km
- Khan Cash And Carry0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Bensham Local0.9 km
- M & S Simply Foods At Croydon University Hospital0.7 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.9 km
- Cedars House Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath1.7 km
- West Croydon1.7 km
- Croydon2.0 km
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Postcode Profile: CR76BU · Data under Open Government Licence