SE25 9EP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from South Norwood in Croydon. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within South Norwood ward and the Croydon North constituency.
Day-to-day life in SE25 9EP has the character of a diverse renting area with many ethnic minority families, mostly European-born. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 63 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for SE25 9EP are sourced from Output Area E00005655 (shared with 336 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SE25 9EP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SE25 9EP.
361
34
£ 55,400 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: SE25 9EP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
SE25 9EP has a highly multicultural community character — 55% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Average age 34 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for SE25 9EP. 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
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around SE25 9EP is moderate at 63 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
Harris Aspire Academy
Harris Academy South Norwood
Beckmead College
Heavers Farm Primary School
St Chad's Catholic Primary School
St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy
South Norwood Primary
Crosfield Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
47 nearby- Tranquillity Corner1.0 km
- Prince George Public House1.0 km
- The Dutchie Express / Lucky Crabs Kitchen / Mac 'n' Cheese0.9 km
- Cafe Terra And Deli0.3 km
- Walnuts And Honey0.3 km
- + 42 more
Retailers - Other
57 nearby- Londis1.0 km
- Islamabad Butchers Ltd1.0 km
- CDK Seafood And Grocery0.5 km
- Checkpoint Convenience Store0.3 km
- Clifford Stores0.5 km
- + 52 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Bukalicious1.0 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Koover Chinese Take Away1.0 km
- Caribbean Best0.7 km
- New Dragon0.5 km
- + 32 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Shelverdine Goathouse0.3 km
- Buller Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Albion0.4 km
- The Cherry Tree0.4 km
- The Clifton Arms0.6 km
- Trude Rotisserie0.3 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.3 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited0.3 km
- Sainsbury's Supermarket0.4 km
- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Norwood0.4 km
- Norwood Junction0.4 km
- Selhurst1.0 km
Bus Stops
- Norwood Junction Rail Station0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: SE259EP · Data under Open Government Licence