Avenue Road is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 4DY 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 Avenue Road, London, SE25 4DY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 4EH, SE25 4DT, SE25 4DU, SE25 4BD, SE25 4EL, SE25 4EE, SE25 4DR, SE25 4EF, SE25 4EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE25 4DY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52.7% | 53.3% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.3% | 46.7% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 SE25 4DY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 57.3% 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 | 55.3% | 57.3% | 2.0% | 37.9% | 19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27% | 30.5% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 7.9% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
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 (89.2%) 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 | 44.3% | 56.9% | 12.6% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 32.3% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 8.5% | 7.7% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 6% | 2.1% | -3.9% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 46%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 17.2% | 2.1% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 9.2% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 7.4% | -9.0% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 14.1% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.2% | 46% | 13.8% | 33.8% | 12.2% |
| Other | 15.8% | 3.7% | -12.1% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 49% 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 | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Black African | 14.4% | 9.2% | -5.2% | 2.5% | 6.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 14.9% | 12.2% | -2.7% | 1.0% | 11.2% |
| Other Black | 9.5% | 2% | -7.5% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 6% | 3.6% | -2.4% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 41.8% | 49% | 7.2% | 81.4% | -32.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1% | 3.6% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.0% |
In this area, 61.4% 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 | 70.1% | 61.4% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -21.8% |
| European Union | 11.4% | 19.3% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 13.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 9% | 5.6% | -3.4% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 7.6% | 2.6% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.5% | 5.1% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 3.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.2% | 61.4% | -6.8% | 83.2% | -21.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 25.9% | 23.9% | 9.8% | 16.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.5% | 5.1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.5% | 5.1% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 16.9% | 2.5% | -14.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 7.2% | 0.5% | 6.7% |
| Spain | 4.1% | 0.4% | 3.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 4.6% | 13.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.4% | 37.2% | 3.2% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Avenue Road was 15.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.4% lower than the South Norwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Avenue Road has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in South Norwood and the 62nd lowest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Embassy Court, 16 Avenue Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £271,000 | 2021-05-28 | £261,948 |
| Flat 6 Embassy Court, 16 Avenue Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-11-18 | £211,370 |
| Flat 3 Embassy Court, 16 Avenue Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2020-10-23 | £274,145 |
| Flat 2 Embassy Court, 16 Avenue Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2019-08-13 | £261,785 |
| Flat 1 Embassy Court, 16 Avenue Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2016-01-19 | £252,240 |
SE25 4DY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% 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.
SE25 4DY 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 | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Retired | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,508 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,811 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 | 2,178 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,132 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 3,346 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 | 620 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| James Dixon Primary School William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BW | 3out of 4 | 825 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 | 889 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints CofE Primary School Upper Beulah Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 3LG | 3out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 1,269 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 | 610 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 727 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,844 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norwood School Crown Dale , Lambeth SE19 3NY | 3out of 4 | 2,789 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Girls Academy Bromley Lennard Road , BR3 1QR | 4out of 4 | 2,909 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 896 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 4,195 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 | 2,933 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,618 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,671 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 | 896 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 1,175 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 2,016 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CACFO UK Education Centre 40 Northwood Road , CR7 8HQ | - not rated | 2,118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillcrest 101 Central Hill , Upper Norwood SE19 1BY | - not rated | 2,168 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 Lakes Cafe | Waterside Centre, 26 Avenue Road | 113 yd | |
| Topping Masters | 75 Penge Road, South Norwood | 412 yd | |
| The Dutchie Express / Lucky Crabs Kitchen / Mac 'n' Cheese | 85 Penge Road, Penge | 444 yd | |
| V & J Bar Restaurant | 87 Penge Road, Penge | 444 yd | |
| Stanley's Social Care & Co Working | Stanley Hall, South Norwood Hill | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 633 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 755 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 826 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 958 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desi Spice | 85A Penge Road, Penge | 444 yd | |
| The Grill | 27B High Street, South Norwood | 633 yd | |
| Flavaz First | 3 Commercial Buildings, High Street | 678 yd | |
| Iro Sushi | 4 Commercial Buildings, High Street | 678 yd | |
| Golden Fish & Chips | 72 High Street, South Norwood | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 638 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 756 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 929 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 143 yd | |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 323 yd |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 536 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 602 yd | |
| Cypress Primary School CYPRESS ROAD | 675 yd | |
| James Dixon Primary School WILLIAM BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Harris City Academy (Crystal Palace) Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 805 yd |
| Betts Park BETTS WAY | grass pitches | 851 yd |
| Crystal Palace Indoor Bowls Club 183A 183A ANERLEY ROAD | indoor bowls | 1,088 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 | 129.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.