Briar Lane is in Croydon and in Bromley district. CR0 5AD is located in the West Wickham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Beckenham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briar Lane, Croydon, CR0 5AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 5AD, BR4 9RB, CR0 5AP, BR4 9NP, BR4 9NW, CR0 8LP, CR0 8LG, CR0 8JH, CR0 8LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CR0 5AD has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 47.2% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 51% | 52.8% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CR0 5AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.5% | 26.4% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.8% | 57.9% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 2.1% | 7% | 4.9% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 7.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.1% | 50.6% | -4.5% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 38% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9.8% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -2.9% |
| Bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CR0 5AD this area, 9.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.8% | 9.2% | -2.6% | 18.2% | -9.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 6.6% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 13.2% | -7.0% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 17.9% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 45.4% | 7.1% | 33.8% | 11.6% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.1% | 1.5% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 92.1% | 87.8% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 6.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 89.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.9% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 0% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Ireland | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.1% | 37.2% | -7.1% |
| Christian | 62.3% | 46.2% | 16.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briar Lane was 25.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.9% lower than the Shortlands & Park Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Briar Lane has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Shortlands & Park Langley and the 199th lowest crime rate of 928 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Briar Lane, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £469,000 | 2010-10-15 | £876,669 |
| 16 Briar Lane, Croydon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2010-07-23 | £887,341 |
| 1 Briar Lane, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2010-06-14 | £943,129 |
| 14 Briar Lane, Croydon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £378,500 | 2009-12-15 | £804,413 |
| 7 Briar Lane, Croydon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2007-09-28 | £960,262 |
CR0 5AD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CR0 5AD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 4,835 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 4,908 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Park Primary School Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | - not rated | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Park Junior School Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | - not rated | 718 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Spring Park Infants' School Bridle Road , Shirley CR0 8HQ | - not rated | 718 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Applegarth Academy Bygrove Fieldway , New Addington CR0 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Catholic School Layhams Road , BR4 9HN | - not rated | 1,326 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | - not rated | 2,012 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | 3out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | 2out of 4 | 2,226 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 2,401 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 5,031 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheyne School Woodland Way , BR4 9LT | - not rated | 694 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Little David's School The Time Bridge Centre , Fieldway CR0 9AZ | - not rated | 1,064 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Addington Valley Academy Fieldway , CR0 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenhayes School for Boys 83 Corkscrew Hill , BR4 9BA | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 1,417 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Children And Family Centre | Spring Park Childrens Centre, 34 Lilac Gardens | 561 yd | |
| KPS Fast Food | 11 Broom Road, Croydon | 666 yd | |
| Heidi's Cafe | 17 Broom Road, Croydon | 666 yd | |
| Addington Golf Club | 197-205 Shirley Church Road, Croydon | 1,039 yd | |
| Harvester At The Cricketers | Addington Village Inn, 36 Addington Village Road | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon Rugby Club | Croydon Rugby Football Club, 135 Addington Road | 429 yd | |
| The Apple Tree | The Apple Tree Public House, 1 - 3 Broom Road | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMM Fried Chicken And Pizza | 19B Broom Road, Croydon | 666 yd | |
| Saucy Shells & Co | 17 Broom Road, Croydon | 666 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Croydon Rfc (Council Pitches) ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 448 yd |
| Croydon Rfc ADDINGTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 532 yd |
| Forest Academy BRIDLE ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Addington (1743) Cricket Club Addington Village Road | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Timebridge Community Centre FIELDWAY | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.