Ashurst Close is in Kenley and in Croydon district. CR8 5DH is located in the Kenley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon South. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashurst Close, Kenley, CR8 5DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CR8 5DL, CR8 5AX, CR8 5ET, CR8 5DG, CR8 5BQ, CR8 5JZ, CR8 5DJ, CR8 5DX, CR8 5AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CR8 5DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 34% | 37.1% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 42.9% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 13.3% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 4.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 51.6% | 50.2% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 36.3% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 9% | 10.2% | 1.2% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 5DH this area, 9.5% 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 47.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 9.5% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 10.8% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 10.8% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 3.3% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 18.3% | 10.5% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.8% | 47.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 13.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0.3% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 4% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 4.8% | 5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | 2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 81.3% | 76.9% | -4.4% | 81.4% | -4.5% |
| Arab | 2.9% | 0.7% | -2.2% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 80.7% 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 | 81.3% | 80.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 5.5% | 7.8% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 5.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.1% | 4.6% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.3% | 82.1% | 1.8% | 83.2% | -1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 12.6% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.6% | 0% | -10.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.1% | 76.7% | 6.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 49.2% | 46.2% | 3.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 4.7% | 1.7% | 3.0% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashurst Close was 73.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.1% higher than the Kenley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ashurst Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 38 local areas in Kenley and the 513th lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Ashurst Close, Kenley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2025-03-28 | £283,244 |
| 10 Ashurst Close, Kenley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-10-14 | £280,532 |
| Ground Floor Flat 8 Ashurst Close, Kenley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £286,000 | 2021-10-15 | £267,440 |
| 6 Ashurst Close, Kenley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-09-30 | £254,101 |
| 14 Ashurst Close, Kenley, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-09-24 | £291,745 |
CR8 5DH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 25 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| 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 | 2,873 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coulsdon Nursery School Linden Avenue , CR5 3BT | - not rated | 4,310 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Primary Academy Kenley 51 Little Roke Road , CR8 5NF | - not rated | 886 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roke Primary School 51 Little Roke Road , CR8 5NF | - not rated | 886 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenley Primary School New Barn Lane , CR3 0EX | 2out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kenley Primary School New Barn Lane , CR3 0EX | - not rated | 925 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hayes Primary School Hayes Lane , CR8 5JN | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 4,103 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcroft County Middle School Chaldon Road , CR3 5PG | - not rated | 4,241 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 | 817 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riddlesdown Collegiate Honister Heights , CR8 1EX | - not rated | 817 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warlingham School Tithe Pit Shaw Lane , CR6 9YB | - not rated | 2,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warlingham School Tithepit Shaw Lane , CR6 9YB | 3out of 4 | 2,046 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purley Boys' High School Placehouse Lane , CR5 1YA | - not rated | 2,670 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,670 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| John Ruskin College Selsdon Park Road , CR2 8JJ | - not rated | 5,408 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaftesbury Independent School Godstone Road , CR8 2AN | - not rated | 1,528 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abingdon House School Purley Godstone Road , CR8 2AN | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedham Park School Limited 71a Old Lodge Lane , CR8 4DN | - not rated | 1,894 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas School Reedham Drive , CR8 4DS | 2out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowan House 29 Sanderstead Hill , CR2 0HD | - not rated | 2,375 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smokin' Grill Steakhouse | 68-70 Godstone Road, Kenley | 714 yd | |
| Hill House Nursing Home | 50 Park Road, Kenley | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken World | 74 Godstone Road, Kenley | 714 yd | |
| Kenley House Chinese Takeaway | 2 Station Approach, Hayes Lane | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | 60 Godstone Road, Kenley | 754 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Riddlesdown High School DUNMAIL DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 814 yd |
| Harris Primary Academy Kenley LITTLE ROKE ROAD | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Kenley Primary School NEW BARN LANE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Kenley Sports Club LITTLE ROKE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,006 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 | 267.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.