Upfield is in Croydon and in Croydon district. CR0 5DR is located in the Park Hill & Whitgift electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upfield, Croydon, CR0 5DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 5DQ, CR0 5DP, CR0 5DD, CR0 5DN, CR0 7LA, CR0 7LF, CR0 5TG, CR0 7LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CR0 5DR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 29.4% | 28.8% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 62.3% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -8.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 7.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 (86.4%) 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 | 52.8% | 49.3% | -3.5% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 37.1% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 11.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 5DR this area, 9% 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 58.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 9% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 7.8% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 11.3% | 2.6% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 10.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 57.7% | 58.6% | 0.9% | 33.8% | 24.8% |
| Other | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 38.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 29.3% | 35.3% | 6.0% | 3.1% | 32.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 4.2% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.4% | -1.9% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.6% | 3.1% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 50.8% | 38.4% | -12.4% | 81.4% | -43.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
In this area, 54.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 54.9% | -13.2% | 83.2% | -28.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 8.7% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 10.1% | 16.3% | 6.2% | 2.7% | 13.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 16.6% | 18.1% | 1.5% | 5.6% | 12.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 1.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 66.1% | 54.9% | -11.2% | 83.2% | -28.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 39.6% | 39.6% | 9.8% | 29.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 31.6% | 1% | -30.6% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% | 76.7% | 13.9% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 2.1% | 13.5% | -11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.9% | 37.2% | -23.3% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 22.6% | 1.7% | 20.9% |
| Muslim | 12.5% | 6.5% | 6.0% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 7.6% | 0.6% | 7.0% |
| Not answered | 1.4% | 6.0% | -4.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upfield was 14.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.3% lower than the Addiscombe West average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Upfield has the lowest crime rate of 37 local areas in Addiscombe West and the 51st lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 Upfield, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,525,000 | 2025-12-19 | £1,488,533 |
| 11 Upfield, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,310,000 | 2023-03-31 | £1,197,943 |
| 49 Upfield, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,170,000 | 2021-06-29 | £1,177,870 |
| 47 Upfield, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,135,000 | 2021-03-12 | £1,156,901 |
| 25 Upfield, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £945,000 | 2019-09-13 | £998,365 |
CR0 5DR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CR0 5DR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 19 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,544 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 3out of 4 | 2,850 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,698 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 5,376 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's CofE Primary School Spring Park Road , Shirley CR0 5EL | 4out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Junior School Morland Road , CR0 6NF | - not rated | 1,614 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School Morland Road , CR0 6NF | 3out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside Primary School and Children's Centre Morland Road , CR0 6NF | - not rated | 1,625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Benson West Way , Shirley CR0 8RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,697 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | - not rated | 1,021 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | 2out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashburton Community School Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | - not rated | 1,209 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | - not rated | 1,213 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 3,258 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity School Shirley Park , Croydon CR9 7AT | - not rated | 391 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton School 205-209 Addiscombe Road , CR0 6SP | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood School Lloyd Park , Coombe Road CR0 5RD | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaffinch Brook School 32 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | 3out of 4 | 1,689 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Royal Russell School Coombe Lane , CR9 5BX | - not rated | 1,890 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 Halfway Hut At Shirley Park Golf Club | Shirley Park Golf Club, Addiscombe Road | 386 yd | |
| Four Seasons Cuisine (Shirley Park) | Shirley Park Golf Club, Addiscombe Road | 386 yd | |
| Renzo And Mauro | 136-138 Wickham Road, Croydon | 993 yd | |
| The Surprise | The Surprise Inn, 107 Upper Shirley Road | 1,044 yd | |
| Abra Kebabra | 150 Wickham Road, Croydon | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 28 Wickham Road, Croydon | 776 yd | |
| Mynd Spirit | Addiscombe Cricket Club, The Sandilands Club | 908 yd | |
| Claret & Ale | 5 Bingham Corner, Lower Addiscombe Road | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peri Peri Chicken Bite | 51 Shirley Road, Croydon | 1,040 yd | |
| Pizza Hot 4 You | 51A Shirley Road, Croydon | 1,040 yd | |
| Shirley Fish Bar | 152 Wickham Road, Croydon | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 23 - 41 Shirley Road, Croydon | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley Park Golf Club Ltd ADDISCOMBE ROAD | golf | 280 yd |
| Trinity School (Trinity Sports Club) TRINITY SCHOOL TRINITY SCHOOL ADDISCOMBE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 323 yd |
| Trinity School (Sandilands Playing Fields) SANDILANDS | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Addiscombe Recreation Ground ADDISCOMBE RECREATION GROUND ADDISCOMBE RECREATION GROUND BINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 726 yd |
| John Ruskin Playing Field COOMBE FARM COOMBE FARM OAKS ROAD | grass pitches | 872 yd |
| The Sandilands Club SANDILANDS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 911 yd |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School UPPER SHIRLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,003 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 48 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.