Chaffinch Close is in Croydon and in Croydon district. CR0 7SP is located in the Shirley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chaffinch Close, Croydon, CR0 7SP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 7UN, CR0 7SF, CR0 7SE, CR0 7UF, CR0 7UP, CR0 7RS, CR0 7UE, CR0 7UL, CR0 7TG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CR0 7SP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 55.1% | 49.8% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 44.9% | 50.2% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 7SP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% 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 | 30% | 31.9% | 1.9% | 37.9% | -6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 51.6% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 7.1% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 8.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.9% | 45.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 32.9% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 16.6% | 2.8% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24% | 16.1% | -7.9% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 15% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7.9% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 13% | 4.6% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 32.3% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.8% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 2.9% |
| Black African | 3.8% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 4.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 9.3% | 4.8% | -4.5% | 1.0% | 3.8% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.4% |
| White | 70.8% | 65.6% | -5.2% | 81.4% | -15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 78.3% 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 | 84.3% | 78.3% | -6.0% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 5.8% | 2.3% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.1% | 4.5% | -0.6% | 1.3% | 3.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.7% | 78.3% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 19.5% | 19.5% | 9.8% | 9.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.8% | 1.3% | -12.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.1% | 13.5% | -7.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chaffinch Close was 63.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.4% lower than the Shirley North average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Chaffinch Close has the 22nd highest crime rate of 47 local areas in Shirley North and the 455th lowest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynbert Chaffinch Close, Croydon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2014-07-03 | £522,939 |
| Glenlyn Chaffinch Close, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2012-12-13 | £490,333 |
| Glen Lyn Chaffinch Close, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2009-12-18 | £470,940 |
| Rosmarin Chaffinch Close, Croydon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2009-05-15 | £423,690 |
| The Retreat Chaffinch Close, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2006-04-28 | £514,834 |
CR0 7SP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,850 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 2out of 4 | 2,889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,329 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 5,338 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monks Orchard Primary School The Glade , Shirley CR0 7UF | 2out of 4 | 252 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marian Vian Primary School Shirley Crescent , Elmers End BR3 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Ryelands Oakley Road , South Norwood SE25 4XG | 3out of 4 | 995 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Way Primary School Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School Becket Close , Birchanger Road SE25 5BN | 4out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 813 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 2,117 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy Beckenham Manor Way , BR3 3SJ | 4out of 4 | 2,252 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 3,956 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 1,305 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2,031 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 2,186 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 2,286 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings London 25 Beckenham Road , BR3 4PR | - not rated | 2,371 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | 4out of 4 | 2,389 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bywood Deli | 17 Bywood Avenue, Croydon | 247 yd | |
| Costa | Tesco Stores Ltd, Croydon Road | 775 yd | |
| The Amber Fort | 166A Upper Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 881 yd | |
| Sal's Cafe | 303 Upper Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 984 yd | |
| The King And I | 41 Upper Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Elm Tree | 116 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bywood Kebab House | 15 Bywood Avenue, Croydon | 245 yd | |
| Bywood Fish Bar | 16 Bywood Avenue, Croydon | 279 yd | |
| Baristo Ltd | Elmers End Railway Station, Elmers End Road | 938 yd | |
| Metro Kebab | 51 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 956 yd | |
| Yolkin Ltd | 49 Croydon Road, Beckenham | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 10-14 Bywood Avenue, Croydon | 279 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Croydon Road | 775 yd | |
| Co-op Food | 164A Upper Elmers End Road, Beckenham | 912 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | 118-122 Orchard Way, Croydon | 932 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Monks Orchard Primary School THE GLADE | grass pitches | 162 yd |
| The Longheath Centre 49A 49A LONGHEATH GARDENS | 368 yd | |
| World Of Golf (Croydon) LONG LANE | golf | 373 yd |
| Ashburton Playing Fields COLERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Croydon Sports Arena CROYDON SPORTS ARENA CROYDON SPORTS ARENA ALBERT ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Beckenham) ELMERS END ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 998 yd |
| David Lloyd Club (Beckenham) STANHOPE GROVE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,087 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 | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 44.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.