Croydon Road is in London and in Bromley district. SE20 7YS is located in the Crystal Palace & Anerley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lewisham West and Penge. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Croydon Road, London, SE20 7YS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE20 8SU, SE20 8SS, SE20 7YT, SE20 8ST, SE20 7UN, SE20 7XS, SE20 7UL, SE20 7UJ, SE20 7YR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE20 7YS, 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 | 50.5% | 53.4% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 49.5% | 46.6% | -2.9% | 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.
In the immediate area around SE20 7YS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.6% 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 | 59.1% | 56.6% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.8% | 23.7% | 4.9% | 44.2% | -20.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 9.1% | -4.2% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 45.9% | 47.6% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 37.2% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 10% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 4% | -1.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.4% | 16.8% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 9.1% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 11.8% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 4.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 13.2% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.9% | 44.1% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 9.4% | 0.5% | -8.9% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 56% 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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 3.1% | 0.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 8.3% | 8.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | 6.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 15.6% | 9.3% | -6.3% | 1.0% | 8.3% |
| Other Black | 7.8% | 1.2% | -6.6% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| White | 56% | 56% | 0.0% | 81.4% | -25.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
In this area, 65.6% 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 | 78% | 65.6% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -17.6% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 10.8% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 3.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6% | 6.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 65.9% | -12.1% | 83.2% | -17.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 20.1% | 18.7% | 9.8% | 10.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 8% | 5.2% | 2.9% | 5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.6% | 2.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 13.3% | 3.6% | -9.7% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Spain | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 35.7% | 46.2% | -10.5% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 10.4% | 6.5% | 3.9% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 11.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croydon Road was 72.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.4% lower than the Crystal Palace & Anerley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Croydon Road has the 24th lowest crime rate of 65 local areas in Crystal Palace & Anerley and the 328th highest crime rate of 930 local areas in Bromley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 222A Croydon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £434,000 | 2023-10-27 | £454,927 |
| 222A Croydon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2018-01-24 | £392,052 |
| 222B Croydon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2017-11-24 | £403,660 |
| 222B Croydon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2007-11-01 | £330,261 |
| 222B Croydon Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2004-06-14 | £307,547 |
SE20 7YS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 1,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 2,174 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 2out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,271 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,405 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stewart Fleming Primary School Witham Road , Anerley SE20 7YB | 4out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Roman Catholic Primary School Genoa Road , Anerley SE20 8ES | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cypress Primary School Cypress Road , SE25 4AU | 2out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 4out of 4 | 693 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 2,529 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Eden Park High School Balmoral Avenue , BR3 3RD | - not rated | 2,660 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form 11 Oliver Grove , SE25 6EJ | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,334 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | 3out of 4 | 2,756 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 5,053 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,088 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,045 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 1,351 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 2,274 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology 60 The Crescent , Selhurst CR0 2HN | 3out of 4 | 2,464 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 2,488 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dutchie Express / Lucky Crabs Kitchen / Mac 'n' Cheese | 85 Penge Road, Penge | 77 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 77 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 251 yd | |
| The Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 566 yd | |
| Food Stop | 31 High Street, South Norwood | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 742 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 879 yd | |
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 881 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 964 yd | |
| West Hub @ Streetwise Youth Centre | Streetwise Advice Centre, 3A Anerley Station Road | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 77 yd | |
| Stunt City Takeaway | 166 Croydon Road, Penge | 590 yd | |
| Marlow Fish Bar | 57 Marlow Road, Penge | 607 yd | |
| The Grill | 27B High Street, South Norwood | 742 yd | |
| Flavaz First | 3 Commercial Buildings, High Street | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 330 yd | |
| Co-op | 70 - 72 Elmers End Road, Penge | 794 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 848 yd | |
| Aldi Stores | 97 Croydon Road, Penge | 869 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 594 yd | |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 689 yd |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 701 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 759 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 771 yd | |
| Fox Gym ELMERS END ROAD | health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 822 yd |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,077 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.