Sidney Road is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 5NB is located in the Woodside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Croydon Central. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sidney Road, London, SE25 5NB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 5BB, SE25 5NA, SE25 5BA, SE25 5LX, SE25 5NF, SE25 5NE, SE25 5BE, SE25 5BD, SE25 5QR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE25 5NB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% 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 | 51.7% | 55.7% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 48.3% | 44.3% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -4.7% |
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 5NB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.8% 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 | 40.5% | 54.8% | 14.3% | 37.9% | 16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36% | 29.4% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -14.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 8.6% | 4.4% | -4.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 9.2% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 49.7% | 47.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 37% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12.9% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.6% | 18.9% | 1.3% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 13.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 14.5% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.4% | 6.6% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 10.5% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -6.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 32.9% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 10.4% | 3.5% | -6.9% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 42.9% 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% | 6.8% | 6.5% | 1.1% | 5.7% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 3.1% | 3.0% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black African | 8.7% | 8.1% | -0.6% | 2.5% | 5.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 21.2% | 9% | -12.2% | 1.0% | 8.0% |
| Other Black | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 3.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 10.6% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 9.7% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 47.6% | 42.9% | -4.7% | 81.4% | -38.5% |
| Other | 1% | 6.1% | 5.1% | 1.6% | 4.5% |
In this area, 62.8% 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 | 73.3% | 62.8% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -20.4% |
| European Union | 6.3% | 12.3% | 6.0% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 9.7% | 7.1% | -2.6% | 2.7% | 4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 7.8% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 6.3% | 8.4% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 7.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.2% | 62.6% | -9.6% | 83.2% | -20.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 20.3% | 18.9% | 9.8% | 10.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 6.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 3.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.7% | 4.5% | -13.2% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.2% | 76.7% | -11.5% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.1% |
| Spain | 8.4% | 0.4% | 8.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 51% | 46.2% | 4.8% |
| Hindu | 3.5% | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 11.9% | 6.5% | 5.4% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sidney Road was 188.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.0% higher than the Addiscombe East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sidney Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Addiscombe East and the 152nd highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Sidney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-03-07 | £165,889 |
| 50 Sidney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-08-30 | £422,265 |
| 28 Sidney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-05-29 | £302,497 |
| 28 Sidney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-03-27 | £298,029 |
| 5 Sidney Road, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-04-05 | £317,604 |
The percentage of student residents living in SE25 5NB area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Other | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 373 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 | 1,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,028 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 4,479 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 205 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heavers Farm Primary School 58 Dinsdale Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LT | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Primary Academy Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4JD | 3out of 4 | 615 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Alverston Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LR | 3out of 4 | 635 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas Becket Catholic Primary School Becket Close , Birchanger Road SE25 5BN | 4out of 4 | 774 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 746 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blake Academy 6 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 1,732 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Woburn Road , CR9 2EE | 3out of 4 | 2,383 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 506 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 2,972 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 | 1,717 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 5,030 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 441 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 3out of 4 | 506 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 1,184 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 | 1,324 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaffinch Brook School 32 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 1,533 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railway Coffee Bar | Norwood Junction Railway Station, Station Road | 412 yd | |
| Cuppa Haven | Norwood Junction Railway Station, Station Road | 412 yd | |
| Portland Cafe | 42 Portland Road, South Norwood | 444 yd | |
| Diors Desserts | 112B Portland Road, South Norwood | 456 yd | |
| South Norwood Community Kitchen | 44B Portland Road, South Norwood | 463 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 412 yd | |
| The Portland Arms | 152 Portland Road, South Norwood | 520 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 552 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 605 yd | |
| The Albert Tavern | The Albert, 65 Harrington Road | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dong Hai | 139 Tennison Road, South Norwood | 134 yd | |
| Sabadema Multicultural Catering @ Karl's Restaurant | 10 Clifford Road, South Norwood | 405 yd | |
| Four Boroughs | 7 Railway Buildings, Station Road | 442 yd | |
| Chicken Palace | 90-92 Portland Road, South Norwood | 446 yd | |
| Portland Grill | 75 Portland Road, South Norwood | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 471 yd | |
| Tesco | 156 Portland Road, South Norwood | 515 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 758 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 47 Woodside Green, South Norwood | 884 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| South Norwood Recreation Ground SELHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 250 yd |
| South Norwood Swimming Pool (Closed) Portland Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 511 yd |
| South Norwood Leisure Centre PORTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 517 yd |
| Heavers Farm Primary School DINSDALE GARDENS | artificial grass pitch | 542 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 761 yd | |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Crystal Palace Fc (Selhurst Park) CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB WHITEHORSE LANE | grass pitches | 994 yd |
| Croydon Sports Arena CROYDON SPORTS ARENA CROYDON SPORTS ARENA ALBERT ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 96.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.5% |
| 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 | 74 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.