Larkin Close is in Coulsdon and in Croydon district. CR5 2LS is located in the Old Coulsdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon South. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Larkin Close, Coulsdon, CR5 2LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR5 2LT, CR5 2HQ, CR5 2LN, CR5 2HP, CR5 2LU, CR5 2HN, CR5 2HG, CR5 2LR, CR5 2HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CR5 2LS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 50.4% | 53.4% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.6% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 25.6% | 26.8% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 47.9% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 10.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 13.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 41.5% | 43% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 29.9% | -6.3% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 19% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 6.3% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 27.5% | 21.9% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 10.9% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 12% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 10.9% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.7% | 34.4% | 10.7% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 5.3% | 8.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 5.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.5% | 2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 2% | 4.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 3.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 4.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 82.5% | 75.1% | -7.4% | 81.4% | -6.3% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 79.2% 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% | 79.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | -4.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Africa | 4.5% | 7.7% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 6.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85% | 78.8% | -6.2% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 18.9% | 18.9% | 9.8% | 9.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.2% | 0% | -12.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.8% | 37.2% | -16.4% |
| Christian | 63.8% | 46.2% | 17.6% |
| Hindu | 7.7% | 1.7% | 6.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Larkin Close was 25.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Old Coulsdon average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Larkin Close has the 10th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Old Coulsdon and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Larkin Close, Coulsdon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2024-07-04 | £727,569 |
| 4 Larkin Close, Coulsdon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2022-03-24 | £786,465 |
| 8 Larkin Close, Coulsdon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2018-01-26 | £946,370 |
| 2 Larkin Close, Coulsdon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £639,950 | 2017-04-11 | £678,483 |
| 1 Larkin Close, Coulsdon, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2016-10-13 | £599,020 |
CR5 2LS 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 retired residents living in CR5 2LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulsdon Nursery School Linden Avenue , CR5 3BT | - not rated | 2,200 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 3,790 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Byron St David's , Off Stoneyfield Road CR5 2XE | 3out of 4 | 292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Primary School St David's , Off Stoneyfield Road CR5 2XE | - not rated | 292 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Junior School St David's , CR5 2XE | - not rated | 292 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Byron Infant School St David's , Off Stoneyfield Road CR5 2XE | - not rated | 292 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coulsdon CofE Primary School Bradmore Green , CR5 1ED | 2out of 4 | 411 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcroft County Middle School Chaldon Road , CR3 5PG | - not rated | 3,955 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marden Lodge County Middle School Croydon Road , CR3 6QE | - not rated | 4,634 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purley Boys' High School Placehouse Lane , CR5 1YA | - not rated | 790 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Purley Girls' High School Stoneyfield Road , CR5 2YG | - not rated | 1,527 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Coulsdon Homefield Road , Old Coulsdon CR5 1ES | 3out of 4 | 1,641 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coulsdon High School Homefield Road , Old Coulsdon CR5 1ES | - not rated | 1,876 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcote High School Meadow Rise , CR5 2EH | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coulsdon Sixth Form College Placehouse Lane , CR5 1YA | - not rated | 790 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rann Horizon School 121 Clapham High Street , SW4 7JR | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedham Park School Limited 71a Old Lodge Lane , CR8 4DN | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Dene School 167 Brighton Road , CR8 4HE | - not rated | 2,179 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Reedham Drive , CR8 4DS | 2out of 4 | 2,180 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Serenity School Rowan's Hill , Coulsdon Lane CR5 3QG | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Coulsdon Bowling Club | Old Coulsdon Bowling And Social Club, 81 Coulsdon Road | 295 yd | |
| Curry Leaf Coulsdon | 256 Coulsdon Road, Coulsdon | 635 yd | |
| The Aycorn Shoppe | 258 Coulsdon Road, Coulsdon | 689 yd | |
| Stella's Emporium | 1B The Parade, Coulsdon Road | 709 yd | |
| Poppy Cafe At Coulsdon Memorial Park | Poppy Cafe, Coulsdon Memorial Recreation Ground | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tudor Rose | The Tudor Rose Public House, 270 Coulsdon Road | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danny's Fish & Chips | 5 The Parade, Coulsdon Road | 840 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Byron ST. DAVIDS | grass pitches | 296 yd |
| Old Coulsdon Bowls Club Ltd COULSDON ROAD | indoor bowls | 360 yd |
| Grange Park CANONS HILL | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Coulsdon Manor Hotel & Golf Club COULSDON COURT ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 774 yd |
| Coulsdon Memorial Ground COULSDON MEMORIAL RECREATION GROUND COULSDON MEMORIAL RECREATION GROUND MARLPIT LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 780 yd |
| Coulsdon College PLACEHOUSE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 786 yd |
| New Valley Primary School OLD LODGE LANE | grass pitches | 1,031 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% |
| Median download speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 11.66 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.