Graham Close is in Croydon and in Croydon district. CR0 8HS is located in the Shirley South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Graham Close, Croydon, CR0 8HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 8HD, CR0 8HE, CR0 8HP, CR0 8HX, CR0 8HR, CR0 8HT, CR0 8HB, CR0 8BX, CR0 8HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CR0 8HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.3% 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 | 52.4% | 55.3% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 4.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 44.7% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -4.3% |
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 8HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 21.6% | 23% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 57.4% | -5.0% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 12.8% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 6.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.5% | 47.5% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 33.6% | -8.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.6% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 21.2% | 19.1% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.2% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 17.9% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 10.6% | -2.5% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 33.6% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.2% 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 | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.1% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 7.7% | 4.5% | -3.2% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
| Black African | 3.3% | 4.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 3% | 5.7% | 2.7% | 1.0% | 4.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 79.3% | 73.2% | -6.1% | 81.4% | -8.2% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 77.8% 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 | 84.5% | 77.8% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 6.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3% | 4.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.5% | 77.8% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 16.5% | 16.5% | 9.8% | 6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.4% | 2.6% | -11.8% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.8% | 13.5% | -9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22.1% | 37.2% | -15.1% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Hindu | 4.9% | 1.7% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Graham Close was 51.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.2% lower than the Shirley South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Graham Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Shirley South and the 362nd lowest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Graham Close, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2016-11-28 | £767,647 |
| 9 Graham Close, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2016-07-29 | £810,542 |
| 6 Graham Close, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2014-04-01 | £662,808 |
| 10 Graham Close, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2011-08-26 | £747,500 |
| 9 Graham Close, Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2010-02-23 | £618,621 |
CR0 8HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 8HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 3,643 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,843 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 | 4,662 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 5,350 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 | 2out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Primary Academy Benson West Way , Shirley CR0 8RQ | 3out of 4 | 879 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent , BR4 0LJ | 3out of 4 | 953 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Way Primary School Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Spring Park Road , Shirley CR0 5EL | 4out of 4 | 1,244 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Park High (Croydon) Orchard Way , Shirley CR0 7NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley High School Performing Arts College Shirley Church Road , CR0 5EF | 2out of 4 | 1,362 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coloma Convent Girls' School Upper Shirley Road , CR9 5AS | 4out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Boys South Eden Park Road , BR3 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Langley Park School for Girls Hawksbrook Lane , South Eden Park Road BR3 3BE | 3out of 4 | 2,017 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 4,426 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,740 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| London South East Colleges Rookery Lane , BR2 8HE | - not rated | 5,377 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 | 2,442 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckmead Park Academy Monks Orchard Road , BR3 3BZ | 4out of 4 | 669 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's Prep Justin Hall , Beckenham Road BR4 0QS | - not rated | 1,443 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Shirley Park , Croydon CR9 7AT | - not rated | 2,008 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glebe School Hawes Lane , BR4 9AE | 4out of 4 | 2,135 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wickham Court School Layhams Road , BR4 9HW | - not rated | 2,508 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, 518-522 Wickham Road | 287 yd | |
| La Terrazza | 572 Wickham Road, Croydon | 287 yd | |
| Helvadere | 580-582 Wickham Road, Croydon | 287 yd | |
| The Nest | 802 Wickham Road, Croydon | 447 yd | |
| KPS Fast Food | 11 Broom Road, Croydon | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apple Tree | The Apple Tree Public House, 1 - 3 Broom Road | 575 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 135 High Street, West Wickham | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Bar | 800 Wickham Road, Croydon | 447 yd | |
| Shirley Bar-B-Q Pit | 808 Wickham Road, Croydon | 447 yd | |
| Peking Garden | Peking Garden Chinese Restaurant, 822 Wickham Road | 473 yd | |
| MMM Fried Chicken And Pizza | 19B Broom Road, Croydon | 581 yd | |
| Saucy Shells & Co | 17 Broom Road, Croydon | 581 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco (3386) | Tesco Express Filling Station, 564-566 Wickham Road | 287 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 143 High Street, West Wickham | 873 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | 100 High Street, West Wickham | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy BRIDLE ROAD | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| Beckmead School MONKS ORCHARD ROAD | 628 yd | |
| Parkfields PARKFIELDS | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Bethlem Royal Hospital BETHLEM ROYAL HOSPITAL BETHLEM ROYAL HOSPITAL MONKS ORCHARD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 802 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Benson WEST WAY | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Oak Lodge Primary School Chamberlain Crescent | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 175 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.