Tennison Road is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 5RP 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 Tennison Road, London, SE25 5RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 5SE, SE25 5RR, SE25 6LZ, SE25 5SA, SE25 5RS, SE25 6LD, SE25 5SG, SE25 6LE, SE25 6LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE25 5RP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 55.1% | 54.4% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 44.9% | 45.6% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 5RP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.8% 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 | 52.3% | 58.8% | 6.5% | 37.9% | 20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.1% | 26.8% | -0.3% | 44.2% | -17.4% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 10% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 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 | 48.6% | 47.6% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 37.2% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 11% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.2% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 16.5% | 17.6% | 1.1% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 6.8% | -11.1% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 12% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 4.8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 14.4% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 41.2% | 15.5% | 33.8% | 7.4% |
| Other | 6.4% | 3.2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 36% 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% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.1% |
| Chinese | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 17.9% | 19.7% | 1.8% | 2.5% | 17.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 18.6% | 17.2% | -1.4% | 1.0% | 16.2% |
| Other Black | 12.8% | 8.9% | -3.9% | 0.5% | 8.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.1% | 3.5% | -1.6% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| White | 34.5% | 36% | 1.5% | 81.4% | -45.4% |
| Arab | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 63.6% 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 | 65.5% | 63.6% | -1.9% | 83.2% | -19.6% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 11.1% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 15.5% | 13.3% | -2.2% | 2.7% | 10.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 9.5% | 6% | -3.5% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 63.9% | 63.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | -19.8% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 26.5% | 24.5% | 9.8% | 16.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 5% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.1% | 3.5% | -3.6% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 23.3% | 1.6% | -21.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 10.1% | 6.5% | 3.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennison Road was 120.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% higher than the Bensham Manor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tennison Road has the 42nd highest crime rate of 97 local areas in Bensham Manor and the 294th highest crime rate of 1,070 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Henley Lodge Tennison Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2025-03-31 | £325,730 |
| 7 Henley Lodge Tennison Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £314,000 | 2021-10-29 | £293,623 |
| 7 Henley Lodge Tennison Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2015-02-26 | £289,780 |
| 9 Henley Lodge Tennison Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2009-01-30 | £247,269 |
| 13 Henley Lodge Tennison Road, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £169,500 | 2008-09-04 | £239,920 |
| Full-Time Employee | 95 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 851 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 | 970 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 4,273 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Alverston Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LR | - not rated | 334 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Alverston Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LR | 3out of 4 | 334 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heavers Farm Primary School 58 Dinsdale Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LT | 3out of 4 | 354 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The South Norwood Academy 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 627 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary School 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | - not rated | 627 yd | Community school | 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 | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Selhurst Boys' High School The Crescent , CR9 2LX | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Selhurst Mathematics and Computing Specialist School The Crescent , CR0 2HN | - not rated | 1,087 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stanley Technical High School for Boys Davidson Road , CR0 6DD | - not rated | 1,105 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 2out of 4 | 1,527 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 | 3,978 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanford County Middle School Chilmark Road , Norbury SW16 5HB | - not rated | 4,328 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 | 384 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 2,955 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 | 4,550 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 3out of 4 | 5,289 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | 3out of 4 | 81 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridge To School Samuel Taylor Youth Centre 194 Selhurst Road , South Norwood SE25 6XX | - not rated | 248 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris Aspire Academy 11 Oliver Grove , South Norwood SE25 6EJ | 4out of 4 | 384 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aya College (Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 865 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| RHIS School (Incorporating ALTE School) Bridge House , Rear of 2a Bensham Manor Road CR7 7AA | - not rated | 933 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Chad's Roman Catholic Church | Church Hall, Burgoyne Road | 217 yd | |
| Early Start Late Finish | Scout Hut, Alverston Gardens | 247 yd | |
| Phoebe Delights | 216B Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 362 yd | |
| Ivy League Nursery | 237 Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 367 yd | |
| Cafe Terra And Deli | 208A Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clifton Arms | 21 Clifton Road, South Norwood | 327 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 485 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 518 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 601 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Kebab | 216A Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 362 yd | |
| Go Go Fresh UK | Selhurst Railway Station, Selhurst Road | 367 yd | |
| Morleys | 9 High Street, South Norwood | 492 yd | |
| Pizza To Pizza | 2 High Street, South Norwood | 492 yd | |
| Mayflower | 88 High Street, South Norwood | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 434 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | Sainsburys Supermarket, 120 Whitehorse Lane | 501 yd | |
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 622 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heavers Farm Primary School DINSDALE GARDENS | artificial grass pitch | 354 yd |
| Crystal Palace Fc (Selhurst Park) CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB WHITEHORSE LANE | grass pitches | 380 yd |
| South Norwood Recreation Ground SELHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 389 yd |
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 693 yd | |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 775 yd |
| Selhurst Sports Arena DAGNALL PARK | artificial grass pitch | 808 yd |
| Grangewood Park ROSS ROAD | tennis courts | 1,002 yd |
| The Brit School For Performing Arts THE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 1,041 yd |
| The Selhurst High School For Boys (Closed) The Crescent | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 196.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.