Postcode Analysis Bromley, London

CROYDON ROAD, SE20 7AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CROYDON ROAD, SE20 7AF.

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Population

381

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 62,700 /yr

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Employed

57%

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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2/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

SE20 7AF has a highly multicultural community character — 54% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 33 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

home £215,000 median price shield Safety 2/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SE20 7AF is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Croydon Road, 0.4km from Penge in Bromley. Administratively it sits within Penge & Cator ward and the Lewisham West and Penge constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SE20 7AF offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, big city services, with accommodation and food. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 69% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Bromley.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 84 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE20 7AF are sourced from Output Area E00003925 (shared with 228 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 SE20 7AF. The average age is 32.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.5%
Asian / British Asian13.1%
Black / African / Caribbean20.9%
Other / Mixed20.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 5%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 215,000

1 sales · Mean £ 215,000

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

Crime around SE20 7AF is moderate at 84 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 offences206
Anti-social behaviour169
Shoplifting112
Public order63
Vehicle crime56

school Local Schools

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St John's Church of England Primary School

Good155 pupils0.3 km
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Harris Primary Academy Kent House

Outstanding388 pupils0.3 km
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Alexandra Infant School

Good185 pupils0.4 km
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Harris Primary Academy Crystal Palace

Good409 pupils0.5 km
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St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good159 pupils0.6 km
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Harris Girls Academy Bromley

Outstanding1027 pupils0.7 km
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Alexandra Junior School

Good229 pupils0.8 km
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Churchfields Primary School

Good492 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

58 nearby
  • Wickes0.9 km
  • Best Quality Meats0.1 km
  • Klein Coffee By Little Things0.7 km
  • Londis0.2 km
  • One Stop0.6 km
  • + 53 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Tony's Lunch Box1.0 km
  • Bella Luna Pizzeria0.2 km
  • Metro's0.5 km
  • Chicken World0.4 km
  • Fuji Sushi & Noodles0.2 km
  • + 26 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • Crooked Billet0.2 km
  • Anerley Arms1.0 km
  • Bridge House Tavern0.8 km
  • Conservative Club - MDS Solutions - Contract Caterer1.0 km
  • Beckenham Social Club0.9 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

37 nearby
  • German Doner Kebab0.2 km
  • Rule19 Coffee SE20 Cycles0.3 km
  • Zen Grill0.1 km
  • Costa0.1 km
  • Creperie Chez Yves0.3 km
  • + 32 more
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Supermarkets

8 nearby
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Co-op0.9 km
  • Mega Saver0.1 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Tesco ExpressStore No 30680.3 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Melrose House0.6 km
  • Travelodge0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Kent House0.5 km
  • Penge East0.6 km
  • Penge West0.8 km