Borrowdale Close is in South Croydon and in Croydon district. CR2 9HT is located in the Sanderstead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Borrowdale Close, South Croydon, CR2 9HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR2 9HB, CR2 9HG, CR2 9HS, CR2 9HF, CR2 9HJ, CR2 9HX, CR2 9HA, CR2 9ED, CR2 9HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CR2 9HT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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% | 52.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CR2 9HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 25.9% | 24% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 56.8% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 6.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 46.6% | 43.1% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 37.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 12.3% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 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 | 15.6% | 11.1% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 13.3% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14% | -2.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.9% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15.1% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 39.1% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 5.3% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 3.1% | 3.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 5.5% | 2.4% | -3.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 77.7% | 75% | -2.7% | 81.4% | -6.4% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 81% 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 | 85.4% | 81% | -4.4% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 7.3% | 3.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 3% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | 0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.5% | 81.2% | -2.3% | 83.2% | -2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 14.2% | 13.9% | 9.8% | 4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 2.1% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 0.9% | -8.2% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4% | 13.5% | -9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.5% | 37.2% | -12.7% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Hindu | 5.2% | 1.7% | 3.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.2% | 6.5% | -2.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Borrowdale Close was 47.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.3% higher than the Sanderstead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Borrowdale Close has the 36th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Sanderstead and the 313th lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Borrowdale Close, South Croydon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 1996-10-24 | £887,678 |
CR2 9HT 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 CR2 9HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 111 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gresham Primary School Limpsfield Road , Sanderstead CR2 9EA | 3out of 4 | 396 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atwood Primary School Limpsfield Road , CR2 9EE | - not rated | 399 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Atwood Primary School Limpsfield Road , Sanderstead CR2 9EE | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamsey Green Junior School Tithepit Shaw Lane , CR6 9AQ | - not rated | 1,715 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hamsey Green Primary Tithepit Shaw Lane , CR6 9AN | 3out of 4 | 1,800 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marden Lodge County Middle School Croydon Road , CR3 6QE | - not rated | 5,020 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riddlesdown Collegiate Honister Heights , CR8 1EX | 4out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riddlesdown Collegiate Honister Heights , CR8 1EX | - not rated | 901 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warlingham School Tithe Pit Shaw Lane , CR6 9YB | - not rated | 1,756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warlingham School Tithepit Shaw Lane , CR6 9YB | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selsdon High School Farnborough Avenue , CR2 8HD | - not rated | 3,313 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,694 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coulsdon Sixth Form College Placehouse Lane , CR5 1YA | - not rated | 4,384 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 5,399 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowan House 29 Sanderstead Hill , CR2 0HD | - not rated | 1,057 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olympus 112 Orchard Road , CR2 9LQ | - not rated | 1,139 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsdown Secondary School 112 Orchard Road , Sanderstead CR2 9LQ | - not rated | 1,302 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beech House Preparatory School 15 Church Way , Sanderstead CR2 0JT | - not rated | 1,508 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon High School Old Farleigh Road , Selsdon CR2 8YB | - not rated | 1,840 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mojito | 49 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 349 yd | |
| FILTR | 53 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 376 yd | |
| The Med Kitchen | 39 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 469 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 25 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 469 yd | |
| Vera Grill And Bar | 77 - 79 Mitchley Avenue, South Croydon | 1,013 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardy's Traditional Fish & Chips | 51 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 349 yd | |
| New Bamboo | 23 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 469 yd | |
| King Fish Bar | 71B Mitchley Avenue, South Croydon | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 87 Limpsfield Road, South Croydon | 337 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sanderstead Recreation Ground SANDERSTEAD RECREATION GROUND SANDERSTEAD RECREATION GROUND LIMPSFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 212 yd |
| Sanderstead Village Lawn Tennis Club SANDERSTEAD VILLAGE TENNIS CLUB SANDERSTEAD VILLAGE TENNIS CLUB SANDERSTEAD COURT AVENUE | tennis courts | 611 yd |
| Trinity Sanderstead Sports And Social Club LIME MEADOW AVENUE | grass pitches | 612 yd |
| Riddlesdown High School DUNMAIL DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 904 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.