Shinners Close is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 5JP is located in the Woodside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shinners Close, London, SE25 5JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 5JQ, SE25 5JZ, SE25 5JY, SE25 5QS, SE25 5LE, SE25 5QR, SE25 5LB, SE25 5LD, SE25 5JU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE25 5JP is primarily male, with 54.3% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 39.8% | 45.7% | 5.9% | 51.0% | -5.3% |
| Male | 60.2% | 54.3% | -5.9% | 49.0% | 5.3% |
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 5JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.3% 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 | 46.1% | 54.3% | 8.2% | 37.9% | 16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.8% | 30.5% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 9.8% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 | 38.6% | 41.1% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 42% | 40% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 11.9% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 5.9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 50.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 10.9% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -7.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 7.9% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 10.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.5% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 11.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.5% | 50.9% | 15.4% | 33.8% | 17.1% |
| Other | 12.5% | 2.4% | -10.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 42.5% 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 | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.7% | 1.6% | -4.1% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 2.3% | 1.1% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
| Black African | 8.5% | 13.4% | 4.9% | 2.5% | 10.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 17.6% | 24.7% | 7.1% | 1.0% | 23.7% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 3.4% | 4.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| White | 43.2% | 42.5% | -0.7% | 81.4% | -38.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 67% 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 | 64.8% | 67% | 2.2% | 83.2% | -16.2% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 9.3% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 9.1% | 7.1% | -2.0% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.6% | 4.4% | -9.2% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.3% | 9.9% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 8.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.6% | 66.7% | 3.1% | 83.2% | -16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 24.6% | 24.0% | 9.8% | 14.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 10.2% | 3.8% | -6.4% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.3% | 0% | -23.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.9% | 76.7% | 0.2% |
| Ireland | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Italy | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shinners Close was 172.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% higher than the South Norwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Shinners Close has the 5th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in South Norwood and the 167th highest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -27.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Shinners Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2025-10-10 | £172,256 |
| 11 Shinners Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £154,500 | 2025-04-11 | £148,259 |
| 19 Shinners Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-03-23 | £152,480 |
| 10 Shinners Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2023-01-30 | £147,672 |
| 24 Shinners Close, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-02-12 | £150,740 |
SE25 5JP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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 5JP area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% 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 | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosfield Nursery School Elborough Road , South Norwood SE25 5BD | 3out of 4 | 185 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 | 1,567 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 4,452 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The South Norwood Academy 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 195 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary School 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 195 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 3out of 4 | 195 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 456 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | - not rated | 456 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 712 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Academy South Norwood Cumberlow Avenue , SE25 6AE | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Technical High School for Boys Davidson Road , CR0 6DD | - not rated | 1,247 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ashburton Community School Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | - not rated | 1,582 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Shirley Park Shirley Road , CR9 7AL | - not rated | 1,601 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | 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 | 4,800 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 5,130 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 | 683 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 3,234 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 | 5,342 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge To School Samuel Taylor Youth Centre 194 Selhurst Road , South Norwood SE25 6XX | - not rated | 654 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 4out of 4 | 683 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aya College (Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 1,564 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology 60 The Crescent , Selhurst CR0 2HN | - not rated | 1,699 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diors Desserts | 112B Portland Road, South Norwood | 172 yd | |
| Blue Jay Cafe | 2 Market Parade, Portland Road | 215 yd | |
| Tranquillity Corner | 128 Portland Road, South Norwood | 221 yd | |
| Portland Cafe | 42 Portland Road, South Norwood | 234 yd | |
| Dee's Spot | 163 Portland Road, South Norwood | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Portland Arms | 152 Portland Road, South Norwood | 288 yd | |
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 438 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 440 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 554 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 568 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken Palace | 90-92 Portland Road, South Norwood | 166 yd | |
| Favourite Tasty Chicken | 151 Portland Road, South Norwood | 230 yd | |
| Portland Grill | 75 Portland Road, South Norwood | 280 yd | |
| Caribbean Best | Elizabeth Cottage Rear Of 63, Portland Road | 280 yd | |
| Chicken Express | 165 Portland Road, South Norwood | 280 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 156 Portland Road, South Norwood | 278 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 520 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 739 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 47 Woodside Green, South Norwood | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Norwood Swimming Pool (Closed) Portland Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 316 yd |
| South Norwood Leisure Centre PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 327 yd |
| South Norwood Recreation Ground SELHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 435 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 708 yd | |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 741 yd |
| Heavers Farm Primary School DINSDALE GARDENS | artificial grass pitch | 818 yd |
| Croydon Sports Arena CROYDON SPORTS ARENA CROYDON SPORTS ARENA ALBERT ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 823 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 | 87.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 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.