Albert Road is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 4JD 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 Albert Road, London, SE25 4JD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 4TB, SE25 4TJ, SE25 4UQ, SE25 4BE, SE25 4UJ, SE25 4TD, SE25 4UH, SE25 4TL, SE25 4TA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SE25 4JD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.7% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.3% | -0.8% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 4JD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 63.5% 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 | 56.6% | 63.5% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 25.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28% | 16.2% | -11.8% | 44.2% | -28.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 11.7% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 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 (87.3%) 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 | 48.6% | 47.9% | -0.7% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 39.4% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 8.1% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.2% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 47.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.1% | 20.9% | 3.8% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.5% | -1.9% | 9.6% | -4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 5.5% | -15.1% | 13.4% | -7.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16% | 15.4% | -0.6% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.6% | 47.8% | 19.2% | 33.8% | 14.0% |
| Other | 8.6% | 2.5% | -6.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 48.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 5.5% | 3% | -2.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 5.9% | 4.7% | -1.2% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| Black African | 13.6% | 12.4% | -1.2% | 2.5% | 9.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 14.5% | 15% | 0.5% | 1.0% | 14.0% |
| Other Black | 8.6% | 3.4% | -5.2% | 0.5% | 2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5% | 3.4% | -1.6% | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| White | 35.9% | 48.7% | 12.8% | 81.4% | -32.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 66.8% 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 | 64.5% | 66.8% | 2.3% | 83.2% | -16.4% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 8.8% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 13.6% | 11.3% | -2.3% | 2.7% | 8.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.6% | 5.9% | -2.7% | 5.6% | 0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 8.2% | 6.3% | -1.9% | 1.3% | 5.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.5% | 67.4% | 2.9% | 83.2% | -15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 23.3% | 20.6% | 9.8% | 13.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 14.1% | 2.5% | -11.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 15.9% | 1.3% | -14.6% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 76.7% | 2.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 3.4% | 0.6% | 2.8% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Other Europe | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 5.5% | 13.5% | -8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Buddhist | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 5.5% | 6.5% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Road was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.2% lower than the South Norwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Albert Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in South Norwood and the 160th lowest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39A Albert Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-10-04 | £273,528 |
| Flat 3 65 Albert Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-11-24 | £180,162 |
| Ground Floor Flat 45 Albert Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-05-26 | £209,286 |
| 5 Albert Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-02-20 | £421,790 |
| 47A Albert Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2022-10-12 | £105,533 |
SE25 4JD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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 4JD area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 10% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 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 | 676 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Nursery School and Children's Centre 23 Dagnall Park , South Norwood SE25 5PL | 3out of 4 | 1,811 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,832 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,966 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 58 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | - not rated | 58 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Norwood Academy 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 502 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary School 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 502 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 3out of 4 | 502 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 | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Technical High School for Boys Davidson Road , CR0 6DD | - not rated | 1,658 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Selhurst Boys' High School The Crescent , CR9 2LX | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Morris Middle School Recreation Way , CR4 1PJ | - not rated | 4,735 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 4,977 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 549 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 3,641 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | - not rated | 5,162 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 | 4out of 4 | 549 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge To School Samuel Taylor Youth Centre 194 Selhurst Road , South Norwood SE25 6XX | - not rated | 640 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | 3out of 4 | 805 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Lodge William Booth Road , Anerley SE20 8BG | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Technology College Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | - not rated | 1,578 yd | City technology college | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cools Kitchen | 21 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| Seafood Den | 17 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| Flexi Caribbean Restaurant | 23 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| South Norwood Community Kitchen | 44B Portland Road, South Norwood | 210 yd | |
| Mantanah Thai Cuisine | 2 Orton Buildings, Portland Road | 244 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 259 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 313 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 379 yd | |
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 393 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro's Fried Chicken | 35 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| New Moon Restaurant | 5-7 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| Apna Indian Cuisine | 25 Portland Road, South Norwood | 147 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 51 Portland Road, South Norwood | 164 yd | |
| Wonderful Chinese Take Away | 6 Portland Road, South Norwood | 181 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 429 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 450 yd | |
| Tesco | 156 Portland Road, South Norwood | 644 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 169 - 175 Croydon Road, Penge | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 333 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 352 yd | |
| South Norwood Recreation Ground SELHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 619 yd |
| South Norwood Swimming Pool (Closed) Portland Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 725 yd |
| South Norwood Leisure Centre PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 738 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 895 yd | |
| Heavers Farm Primary School DINSDALE GARDENS | artificial grass pitch | 1,060 yd |
| Croydon Sports Arena CROYDON SPORTS ARENA CROYDON SPORTS ARENA ALBERT ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,069 yd |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,089 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 | 88.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.4% |
| 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.