CR7 6DD is a mixed residential area on Gonville Road, 0.8km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.
For families considering a move, CR7 6DD represents 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% 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 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6DD are sourced from Output Area E00005895 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GONVILLE ROAD, CR7 6DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GONVILLE ROAD, CR7 6DD.
349
39
£ 51,500 /yr
45%
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
CR7 6DD has a highly multicultural community character — 48% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 39 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 6DD. The average age is 38.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR7 6DD is moderate at 71 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
Gonville Academy
Paxton Academy Sports And Science
Winterbourne Boys' Academy
Winterbourne Junior Girls' School
Winterbourne Nursery and Infants' School
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
West Thornton Primary School
William Morris Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- AT & K0.9 km
- Subway @ BP Fernside Service Station0.9 km
- Grill Father0.4 km
- Laagha's Chicken And Waffles0.4 km
- Kuku Kebab House0.4 km
- + 20 more
Restaurant, Cafe
35 nearby- Ceylin's1.0 km
- Jackietastethedifference1.0 km
- Rooster N Pizza1.0 km
- Fat Boys Cafe0.7 km
- Bawarchi0.6 km
- + 30 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Co Op1.0 km
- Khan Cash And Carry0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- The Little Cheap Booze Store0.5 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
49 nearby- Bottom Bay0.4 km
- Karolek0.7 km
- R N Food & Wine0.8 km
- Coca Cola European Partners0.7 km
- KSJ Food And Wine0.8 km
- + 44 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cava-Ri1.0 km
- The Golden Lion0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath1.5 km
- Norbury1.9 km
- Selhurst2.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CR76DD · Data under Open Government Licence