Primrose Lane is in Croydon and in Croydon district. CR0 8BN is located in the Shirley North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Primrose Lane, Croydon, CR0 8BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 7LR, CR0 8SL, CR0 8SG, CR0 7LP, CR0 8SS, CR0 7LN, CR0 7LQ, CR0 7JQ, CR0 7LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CR0 8BN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 53.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 49% | 46.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.4% | 40.2% | 0.8% | 37.9% | 2.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.2% | 48.4% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -4.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 48.4% | 42.7% | -5.7% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 38.9% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 13.2% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 13.1% | 16.9% | 3.8% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 16.1% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 13.6% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29% | 34.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.5% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56.1% 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% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 5.8% | 5.9% | 0.1% | 3.1% | 2.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 4.8% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Black African | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 11.4% | 10.4% | -1.0% | 1.0% | 9.4% |
| Other Black | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 0.5% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 60.7% | 56.1% | -4.6% | 81.4% | -25.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 78.7% 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 | 84.4% | 78.7% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -4.5% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 6.6% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 6.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 78.5% | -2.7% | 83.2% | -4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 17% | 15.7% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.6% | 0% | -16.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Hindu | 5.2% | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Muslim | 11.4% | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Primrose Lane was 475.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 642.7% higher than the Selsdon & Addington Village average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Primrose Lane has the highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Selsdon & Addington Village and the 29th highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 265 Primrose Lane, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2014-08-11 | £453,913 |
| 265 Primrose Lane, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, a newly built property | £159,000 | 2004-03-29 | £361,647 |
CR0 8BN 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| 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 | 1,716 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 2,004 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 | 2,612 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 3,394 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 Primary School Morland Road , CR0 6NF | 3out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School Becket Close , Birchanger Road SE25 5BN | 4out of 4 | 1,491 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Wood School & Nursery Dartnell Road , CR0 6JA | 3out of 4 | 1,618 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Way Primary School Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | 2out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blake Academy 6 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 1,742 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,697 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 2,764 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | 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 | 570 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 | 407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaffinch Brook School 32 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 1,563 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars School Coombe Road , Lloyd Park CR0 5RD | - not rated | 1,943 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Oakwood School Coombe Road , Lloyd Park CR0 5RD | - not rated | 1,972 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Khair Secondary Girls 109-117 Cherry Orchard , CR0 6BE | - not rated | 2,106 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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 | 277 yd | |
| Four Seasons Cuisine (Shirley Park) | Shirley Park Golf Club, Addiscombe Road | 277 yd | |
| Renzo And Mauro | 136-138 Wickham Road, Croydon | 780 yd | |
| Vujon | 360 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon | 791 yd | |
| Luca Mio | 131 Wickham Road, Croydon | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 28 Wickham Road, Croydon | 665 yd | |
| Claret & Ale | 5 Bingham Corner, Lower Addiscombe Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peri Peri Chicken Bite | 51 Shirley Road, Croydon | 506 yd | |
| Pizza Hot 4 You | 51A Shirley Road, Croydon | 506 yd | |
| Dans Garden Takeaway | 58 Shirley Road, Croydon | 615 yd | |
| Happy Dolphin | 66 Shirley Road, Croydon | 615 yd | |
| Pizza City And Shirley Best Kebab | 60 Shirley Road, Croydon | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 23 - 41 Shirley Road, Croydon | 504 yd | |
| Co-Op Supermarket | 311-313 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon | 925 yd | |
| Freshco | 243-245 Lower Addiscombe Road, Croydon | 1,044 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley Park Golf Club Ltd ADDISCOMBE ROAD | golf | 392 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 | 407 yd |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park SHIRLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Addiscombe Recreation Ground ADDISCOMBE RECREATION GROUND ADDISCOMBE RECREATION GROUND BINGHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 824 yd |
| Ashburton Playing Fields COLERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 995 yd |
| Ashburton Park ASHBURTON PARK ASHBURTON PARK LOWER ADDISCOMBE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,042 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 | 62.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.