Grove Lane is in Coulsdon and in Sutton district. CR5 2QD is located in the Carshalton South & Clockhouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Carshalton and Wallington. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grove Lane, Coulsdon, CR5 2QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR5 2PT, CR5 2QE, CR5 2PD, CR5 2PA, CR5 2PE, CR5 2PS, CR5 2PU, CR5 2PR, CR5 2QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CR5 2QD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 51.5% | -4.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 44.3% | 48.5% | 4.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 CR5 2QD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.3% 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 | 35.8% | 44.3% | 8.5% | 37.9% | 6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.7% | 39.9% | -4.8% | 44.2% | -4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 5.5% | -6.4% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.9% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 46.1% | 43% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 38.7% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 13.7% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4.3% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 18.6% | 14.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 16.1% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 16.9% | 1.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 36.2% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 2.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
| Black African | 4.3% | 9.4% | 5.1% | 2.5% | 6.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 4.6% | 4% | -0.6% | 1.0% | 3.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 83.3% | 66.9% | -16.4% | 81.4% | -14.5% |
| Arab | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 83.2% 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 | 88.3% | 83.2% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 0.0% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 6.7% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.8% | 83.5% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 11.6% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 2.4% | -8.2% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.4% | 76.7% | 7.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Hindu | 6.4% | 1.7% | 4.7% |
| Muslim | 3.4% | 6.5% | -3.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grove Lane was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 56.8% lower than the Purley & Woodcote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grove Lane has the 17th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Purley & Woodcote and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 Grove Lane, Coulsdon, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-07-15 | £301,597 |
| 63 Grove Lane, Coulsdon, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £333,000 | 2023-06-02 | £327,450 |
| 51 Grove Lane, Coulsdon, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £666,000 | 2022-08-04 | £648,544 |
| 83 Grove Lane, Coulsdon, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2021-07-16 | £290,540 |
| 67 Grove Lane, Coulsdon, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2019-01-04 | £282,440 |
CR5 2QD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 CR5 2QD 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 3,650 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodmansterne Primary School Carshalton Road , Woodmansterne SM7 3HU | 3out of 4 | 1,138 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smitham Primary School Portnalls Road , CR5 3DE | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chipstead Valley Primary School Chipstead Valley Road , CR5 3BW | 4out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School Portnalls Road , CR5 3DE | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcote Primary School Dunsfold Rise , CR5 2ED | - not rated | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodcote High School Meadow Rise , CR5 2EH | 3out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaks Park High School Damson Way , SM5 4NS | 1out of 4 | 2,673 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallington High School for Girls Woodcote Road , SM6 0PH | 3out of 4 | 2,765 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The John Fisher School Peaks Hill , CR8 3YP | 3out of 4 | 2,890 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Thomas More Catholic School Russell Hill Road , CR8 2XP | 3out of 4 | 3,446 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cumnor House School 1 Woodcote Lane , CR8 3HB | - not rated | 1,972 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Reedham Drive , CR8 4DS | 3out of 4 | 2,595 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laleham Lea School 29 Peaks Hill , CR8 3JJ | - not rated | 2,792 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St David's School 23-25 Woodcote Valley Road , CR8 3AL | - not rated | 2,810 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Tuition and Reintegration Service Drapers Centre , Monkey Puzzle Way SM5 4NR | 4out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roy's Kitchen At The Smugglers Inn | 318-320 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 733 yd | |
| Smugglers Inn | 318-320 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 733 yd | |
| Cafe Buzz | 187 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 779 yd | |
| I Calabresi | 227 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 779 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morley's | 6 Hillcrest Parade, The Mount | 197 yd | |
| Coulsdon Spice | 3 Hillcrest Parade, The Mount | 197 yd | |
| 328 Chinese Takeaway | 328 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 733 yd | |
| Mr Chips | 215 Chipstead Valley Road, Coulsdon | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woodcote Park Golf Club WOODCOTE GROVE | golf, health and fitness suite | 520 yd |
| Clockhouse Recreation Ground Richland Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 541 yd |
| Coulsdon Community Centre CHIPSTEAD VALLEY ROAD | 722 yd | |
| Smitham Primary School PORTNALLS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,022 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.