CR7 8LN is a mixed residential area on Woodville Road, 1.2km from South Norwood in Croydon. Administratively it sits within Thornton Heath ward and the Croydon North constituency.
For families considering a move, CR7 8LN represents members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 59% 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 76 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.
Census 2021 statistics for CR7 8LN are sourced from Output Area E00005741 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WOODVILLE ROAD, CR7 8LN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODVILLE ROAD, CR7 8LN.
324
41
£ 56,800 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CR7 8LN represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
CR7 8LN is an established family neighbourhood — 59% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CR7 8LN. 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
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 234,500
2 sales · Mean £ 234,500
Terraced
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
Semi-Detached
£ 400,000
3 sales · Mean £ 375,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CR7 8LN is moderate at 76 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
Beulah Infants' School
Beulah Junior School
Thornton Heath Nursery School
Whitehorse Manor Infant School
Whitehorse Manor Junior School
Bensham Manor School
David Livingstone Academy
St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- Eelam Mini Market0.7 km
- L & L Superstore1.0 km
- Kofi Grocery Ltd0.9 km
- Pawsons Food And News0.8 km
- Vicky Corner Shop0.8 km
- + 52 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Clifton Arms0.9 km
- Atlantic Bar0.3 km
- Railway Telegraph0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- The Dutchie / Lucky Crabs Kitchen0.4 km
- Brigstock House0.7 km
- Diner's Delight Cafe0.3 km
- Jam Rock0.2 km
- Ann's Sandwich Bar0.5 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.7 km
- Tesco Superstore0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Crystal Palace Pizza & Grill0.7 km
- Dellys0.5 km
- The Original Tasty Jerk Centre0.5 km
- Yau's Oriental Delight Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- OTJ Delivery0.8 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Buller Hotel0.2 km
- Brigstock House0.5 km
- Crystal Lodge Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Thornton Heath0.4 km
- Selhurst1.0 km
- Norwood1.5 km
Bus Stops
- Thornton Heath Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: CR78LN · Data under Open Government Licence