Woodcote Drive is in Purley and in Croydon district. CR8 3PD is located in the Purley & Woodcote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon South. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Woodcote Drive, Purley, CR8 3PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR8 3QW, CR8 3PL, CR8 3JJ, CR8 3JD, CR8 3NB, CR8 3PF, CR8 3PP, CR8 3PN, CR8 3PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CR8 3PD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 51.1% | 52.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 CR8 3PD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 27.6% | 31.7% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 56.1% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -5.4% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 6.6% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (85.8%) 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 | 51.9% | 58.9% | 7.0% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 26.9% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -6.7% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 9.6% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.9% | -1.5% | 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.
In the area around CR8 3PD this area, 9.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 59.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 9.7% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 5.5% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 7.9% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 11.3% | 1.5% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.4% | 59.5% | 14.1% | 33.8% | 25.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 47.6% 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 | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 12.2% | 14% | 1.8% | 3.1% | 10.9% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 2.6% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 9.2% | 7% | -2.2% | 1.6% | 5.4% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 3.9% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 62.9% | 47.6% | -15.3% | 81.4% | -33.8% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 3.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4.8% | 3.9% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
In this area, 65.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 65.4% | -11.0% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.7% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 6.9% | 7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 12% | 17.8% | 5.8% | 5.6% | 12.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.2% | 65.4% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -17.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 26.8% | 26.6% | 9.8% | 17.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 22.3% | 1.8% | -20.5% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North Africa | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 3.7% | 13.5% | -9.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.7% | 37.2% | -17.5% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 14.7% | 1.7% | 13.0% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodcote Drive was 84.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.1% higher than the Coulsdon Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Woodcote Drive has the 13th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Coulsdon Town and the 483rd highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 92.1%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Woodcote Drive, Purley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2025-04-02 | £750,011 |
| Kelvedon Woodcote Drive, Purley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,025,000 | 2025-03-26 | £1,006,019 |
| 10 Woodcote Drive, Purley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2025-03-21 | £819,537 |
| 3 Woodcote Drive, Purley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £2,760,000 | 2024-05-03 | £2,760,000 |
| 8 Woodcote Drive, Purley, Greater London Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2021-02-10 | £1,123,696 |
CR8 3PD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
CR8 3PD 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Self-Employed | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 28 |
| Education | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purley Nursery School 58 Pampisford Road , CR8 2NE | 4out of 4 | 1,900 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Spencer Nursery School Spencer Road , Mitcham Junction CR4 4JP | 3out of 4 | 5,064 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Wall Nursery School Robin Hood Lane , SM1 2SF | 4out of 4 | 5,280 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallington Primary Academy Mollison Drive , Roundshaw SM6 9JN | 1out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foresters Primary School Redford Avenue , SM6 9DP | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Margaret Roper Catholic Primary School Russell Hill Road , CR8 2XP | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elphege's RC Junior School Mollison Drive , Roundshaw SM6 9HY | 4out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Elphege's RC Infants' School Mollison Drive , Roundshaw SM6 9HY | 4out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The John Fisher School Peaks Hill , CR8 3YP | 3out of 4 | 331 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Wallington High School for Girls Woodcote Road , SM6 0PH | 3out of 4 | 888 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Thomas More Catholic School Russell Hill Road , CR8 2XP | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcote High School Meadow Rise , CR5 2EH | 3out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wilson's School Mollison Drive , SM6 9JW | 4out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,713 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laleham Lea School 29 Peaks Hill , CR8 3JJ | - not rated | 444 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumnor House School 1 Woodcote Lane , CR8 3HB | - not rated | 773 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St David's School 23-25 Woodcote Valley Road , CR8 3AL | - not rated | 1,447 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Tuition and Reintegration Service Drapers Centre , Monkey Puzzle Way SM5 4NR | 4out of 4 | 2,141 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumnor House School 168 Pampisford Road , CR2 6DA | - not rated | 2,310 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucy's Kitchen@Ltd | Purley Sports Club, The Ridge | 206 yd | |
| Purley Sports Club | The Ridge, Purley | 207 yd | |
| Thomas Franks Catering @ Cumnor House Nursery Purley | Cumnor House Nursery School, 13 Woodcote Lane | 858 yd | |
| St Paul's Lunch Club | St Pauls Ecumenical Church, Mollison Drive | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallington Village Fish & Chips | 3 Mollison Square, Wallington | 1,088 yd | |
| Koleey | 2 Mollison Square, Wallington | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The John Fisher School PEAKS HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 191 yd |
| Purley Sports Club THE RIDGE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 363 yd |
| The John Fisher School Sports Ground Plough Lane | grass pitches | 861 yd |
| Lodge School (Closed) Woodcote Lane | swimming pool | 864 yd |
| Roundshaw Park Foresters Drive | grass pitches, tennis courts | 944 yd |
| Wallington High School For Girls WOODCOTE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,026 yd |
| The Phoenix Centre MOLLISON DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 1,086 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 | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.8% |
| 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 | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.