SE25 4DA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Anerley in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, SE25 4DA is a working-class neighbourhood with strong employment ties. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 50% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 59% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 4DA are sourced from Output Area E00005660 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE25 4DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE25 4DA.
279
38
£ 45,900 /yr
49%
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
With 50% social renting, SE25 4DA is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE25 4DA. The average age is 37.8. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
SE25 4DA has low crime rates — 32 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
Cypress Primary School
James Dixon Primary School
Harris Academy South Norwood
Harris City Academy Crystal Palace
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
Harris Aspire Academy
St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School
All Saints CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Wickes0.9 km
- Clocktower Fruit And Vegetables1.0 km
- G7 Express0.9 km
- Hasan Halal Meat And Groceries0.8 km
- Counter News1.0 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- The Douglas Fir1.0 km
- The Albion0.7 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.8 km
- Anerley Arms0.9 km
- Trude Rotisserie0.9 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- No. 740.8 km
- Banana Island Bar And Restaurant0.8 km
- Brown & Green Cafe0.9 km
- Carivegan1.0 km
- Communitea0.9 km
- + 29 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Express0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Limited1.0 km
- Tesco0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- Desi Spice0.4 km
- Tony's Lunch Box0.8 km
- Go Go Fresh UK Ltd1.0 km
- Golden Fish & Chips0.8 km
- Mayflower0.9 km
- + 23 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.8 km
- Anerley0.9 km
- Norwood Junction1.0 km
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Postcode Profile: SE254DA · Data under Open Government Licence