Postcode Analysis Croydon, London

SELHURST ROAD, SE25 5QB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SELHURST ROAD, SE25 5QB.

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Population

397

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 46,800 /yr

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Employed

58%

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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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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Area Character

SE25 5QB has a highly multicultural community character — 55% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

SE25 5QB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Selhurst Road, 0.4km from Selhurst in Croydon. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.

For renters and young professionals, SE25 5QB offers a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 56% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 55% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Croydon.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 64 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £270k.

Census 2021 statistics for SE25 5QB are sourced from Output Area E00005557 (shared with 7 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 SE25 5QB. The average age is 34.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British45.2%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean37.8%
Other / Mixed14.0%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 7%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 215,000

9 sales · Mean £ 240,333

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

Crime around SE25 5QB is moderate at 64 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 offences167
Anti-social behaviour92
Vehicle crime44
Criminal damage and arson34
Public order25

school Local Schools

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Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre

Requires Improvement59 pupils0.1 km
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BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology

Good1419 pupils0.3 km
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The Crescent Primary School

Requires Improvement450 pupils0.3 km
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Broadmead Primary School

Requires Improvement373 pupils0.4 km
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St Chad's Catholic Primary School

Good338 pupils0.5 km
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Heavers Farm Primary School

Good484 pupils0.6 km
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Robert Fitzroy Academy

Good588 pupils0.7 km
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Whitehorse Manor Junior School

Good441 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Brasileiro0.5 km
  • Islamabad Butchers Ltd0.9 km
  • Eelam Mini Market1.0 km
  • J & J Fishmarket0.9 km
  • Jus Foods0.9 km
  • + 34 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Atlantic Bar1.0 km
  • The Clifton Arms0.6 km
  • The Two Brewers P.H.0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

30 nearby
  • Chicken Cottage Thornton Heath0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee1.0 km
  • Efie Ni Fie1.0 km
  • Pawsons Arms0.6 km
  • Prince George Public House0.9 km
  • + 25 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

31 nearby
  • Best Kebab0.5 km
  • Bukalicious0.9 km
  • Cornfield Bakeries1.0 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.9 km
  • Jerk Chicken Cuisine Ltd1.0 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Sainsbury's Supermarket0.9 km
  • Welcome Selhurst0.2 km
  • Lidl0.7 km
  • Tesco0.8 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Westciti Caroco Aparthotel1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selhurst0.2 km
  • Norwood Junction1.2 km
  • Thornton Heath1.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Selhurst Rail Station0.1 km