Osward is in Croydon and in Croydon district. CR0 9HE is located in the Selsdon Vale & Forestdale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Osward, Croydon, CR0 9HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR0 9HD, CR0 9HF, CR0 9HB, CR0 9HG, CR0 9JG, CR0 9AA, CR0 9HJ, CR0 9HT, CR0 9JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CR0 9HE has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 51.5% | 47.3% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 48.5% | 52.7% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CR0 9HE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 36.3% | 43.1% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 39% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.7% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.4% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 56% | 59.5% | 3.5% | 48.4% | 11.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 29.2% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 9.9% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.2% | 12.1% | -3.1% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 23% | 9.9% | -13.1% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 17.6% | 3.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 5.1% | 4.4% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 20.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 34.6% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 6.7% | 0.4% | -6.3% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 61.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4.8% | 4.7% | -0.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 0.8% | -4.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 6.4% | 9.6% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 7.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.1% | 7.7% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 6.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 4% | 1.9% | -2.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 73.9% | 61.6% | -12.3% | 81.4% | -19.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 76.5% 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 | 80.5% | 76.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -6.7% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 6.8% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8% | 5.7% | -2.3% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 79.5% | 76.3% | -3.2% | 83.2% | -6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 17.4% | 16.1% | 9.8% | 7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.2% | 1.1% | -6.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.3% | 1.1% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 3.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Osward was 70.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.1% lower than the New Addington South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Osward has the 25th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in New Addington South and the 483rd lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 163 Osward, Croydon, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £365,625 | 2025-09-26 | £357,491 |
| 131 Osward, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2025-07-01 | £362,718 |
| 160 Osward, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-06-28 | £374,443 |
| 148 Osward, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2024-01-04 | £403,922 |
| 137 Osward, Croydon, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £383,500 | 2022-09-16 | £359,459 |
CR0 9HE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 9HE 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 student residents living in CR0 9HE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtwood Primary School Courtwood Lane , Addington CR0 9HX | 3out of 4 | 172 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtwood Primary School Courtwood Lane , Addington CR0 9HX | - not rated | 172 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Forestdale Primary School Pixton Way , CR0 9JE | 3out of 4 | 663 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quest Primary School Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | 3out of 4 | 1,237 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilbert Scott Junior Community School Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Ruskin High School Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 979 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Selsdon High School Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | - not rated | 1,342 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Quest Academy Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | 2out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Addington High School Fairchildes Avenue , New Addington CR0 0AH | - not rated | 2,906 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meridian High School Fairchildes Avenue , New Addington CR0 0AH | - not rated | 2,906 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 979 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cotelands PRU Co John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , Forestdale CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 891 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Gates School Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | - not rated | 1,217 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Addington Valley Academy Fieldway , CR0 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,853 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Little David's School The Time Bridge Centre , Fieldway CR0 9AZ | - not rated | 1,894 yd | Other independent special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon High School Old Farleigh Road , Selsdon CR2 8YB | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addington Court Golf Club | Addington Court Golf Club House, Featherbed Lane | 223 yd | |
| McDermotts Fish & Chips | 5-7 The Forestdale Centre, Featherbed Lane | 801 yd | |
| Co-op | 4 The Forestdale Centre, Featherbed Lane | 801 yd | |
| Forestdale Arms | The Forestdale Arms Public House, Featherbed Lane | 801 yd | |
| Planet Spice | 88 Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number One Chinese Cuisine | 1 Crossways Parade, Selsdon Park Road | 907 yd | |
| Capones Pizza Parlour | 179 Selsdon Park Road, South Croydon | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Addington Court Golf Club FEATHERBED LANE | golf | 223 yd |
| John Ruskin College SELSDON PARK ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 983 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.