Lancaster Road is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 4BL is located in the South Norwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lancaster Road, London, SE25 4BL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 4BN, SE25 4AW, SE25 4AP, SE25 4AG, SE25 4AJ, SE25 4AF, SE25 4BX, SE25 4AH, SE25 4BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE25 4BL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.9% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.1% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 SE25 4BL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 28.6% | 33% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 56.9% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -4.8% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 50.8% | 56% | 5.2% | 48.4% | 7.6% |
| Good health | 35% | 29.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -4.4% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.3% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 3.2% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| 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 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.3% | 13.5% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 12% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.4% | 9.1% | -9.3% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 10.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 48.4% | 13.1% | 33.8% | 14.6% |
| Other | 7.5% | 3.3% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 55% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 6.8% | 7.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% | 4.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 5.3% | 7.4% | 2.1% | 2.5% | 4.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 24.8% | 15.1% | -9.7% | 1.0% | 14.1% |
| Other Black | 6.8% | 4.4% | -2.4% | 0.5% | 3.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.1% | 2.1% | -1.0% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| White | 46.1% | 55% | 8.9% | 81.4% | -26.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 75% 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 | 74% | 75% | 1.0% | 83.2% | -8.2% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 5.3% | 5.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 3.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.9% | 6.8% | -3.1% | 1.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 71.5% | 75.7% | 4.2% | 83.2% | -7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 22.6% | 22.3% | 9.8% | 12.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0.6% | -1.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.5% | 0% | -23.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.9% | 13.5% | -7.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 5.3% | 1.7% | 3.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lancaster Road was 48.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.7% lower than the Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lancaster Road has the 37th lowest crime rate of 129 local areas in Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood and the 341st lowest crime rate of 1,082 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 risen by about 5.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 Lancaster Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £618,000 | 2023-01-17 | £573,504 |
| 73 Lancaster Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2021-08-04 | £733,108 |
| 79 Lancaster Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2021-02-08 | £568,100 |
| 53 Lancaster Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £569,995 | 2020-07-23 | £604,442 |
| 43 Lancaster Road, London, Greater London Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2018-08-30 | £736,796 |
SE25 4BL 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,440 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,608 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 | 1,994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,240 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cypress Primary School Cypress Road , SE25 4AU | 2out of 4 | 562 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Primary School Upper Beulah Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 3LG | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 530 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 847 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,846 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwood School Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY | 3out of 4 | 2,781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blake Academy 6 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 2,893 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 | 757 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,025 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 | 2,878 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,482 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,644 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 757 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 1,825 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CACFO UK Education Centre 40 Northwood Road , CR7 8HQ | - not rated | 1,970 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology 60 The Crescent , Selhurst CR0 2HN | 3out of 4 | 2,025 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 214 yd | |
| Stanley's Social Care & Co Working | Stanley Hall, South Norwood Hill | 421 yd | |
| The Manse | 11 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 492 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 501 yd | |
| Food Stop | 31 High Street, South Norwood | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 537 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 637 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 695 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grill | 27B High Street, South Norwood | 537 yd | |
| Flavaz First | 3 Commercial Buildings, High Street | 579 yd | |
| Iro Sushi | 4 Commercial Buildings, High Street | 579 yd | |
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 589 yd | |
| Golden Fish & Chips | 72 High Street, South Norwood | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 492 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 791 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 940 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | Sainsburys Supermarket, 120 Whitehorse Lane | 985 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 225 yd | |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 412 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 434 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 481 yd | |
| Cypress Primary School CYPRESS ROAD | 570 yd | |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 898 yd |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Grangewood Park ROSS ROAD | tennis courts | 989 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 1,053 yd |
| Crystal Palace Fc (Selhurst Park) CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB WHITEHORSE LANE | grass pitches | 1,058 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.