CR7 6DH is a safe, established residential area on Mayfield Crescent, 1.0km from Thornton Heath in Croydon. Administratively it sits within West Thornton ward and the Croydon North constituency.
For families considering a move, CR7 6DH represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 69% 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 rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £502k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 6DH are sourced from Output Area E00005886 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAYFIELD CRESCENT, CR7 6DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD CRESCENT, CR7 6DH.
331
41
£ 51,500 /yr
51%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. CR7 6DH's low deprivation rank, 69% ownership, and £502k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 6DH. The average age is 40.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 405,000
6 sales · Mean £ 407,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CR7 6DH has low crime rates — 44 incidents 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
William Morris Primary School
The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy
Harris Academy Merton
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- N A Food And Wine0.8 km
- Bottom Bay0.7 km
- Karolek0.5 km
- R N Food & Wine0.6 km
- Al-Hamd Halal Meat0.6 km
- + 35 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Grill Father0.7 km
- Laagha's Chicken And Waffles0.7 km
- AT & K1.0 km
- Subway @ BP Fernside Service Station1.0 km
- Food Mart0.7 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stonebridge Lodge Hotel0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Memory Gate Photo Cafe0.9 km
- Ceylin's0.7 km
- Jackietastethedifference0.7 km
- Rooster N Pizza0.7 km
- Bawarchi0.8 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Co Op0.7 km
- Khan Cash And Carry0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- The Little Cheap Booze Store0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Cava-Ri0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath1.6 km
- Norbury1.6 km
- Selhurst2.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR76DH · Data under Open Government Licence