Hambledon Gardens is in London and in Croydon district. SE25 6BU 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 Hambledon Gardens, London, SE25 6BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SE25 6PW, SE25 6TX, SE25 6BT, SE25 6BS, SE25 6TZ, SE25 6TY, SE25 6BX, SE25 6UD, SE25 6PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SE25 6BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 47.1% | 52.1% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 47.9% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 6BU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.6% 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 | 48.9% | 51.6% | 2.7% | 37.9% | 13.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22.7% | 29.8% | 7.1% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 7.1% | 2.5% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 16% | 12.3% | -3.7% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 2.5% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 41.9% | 52.5% | 10.6% | 48.4% | 4.1% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.9% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 10.7% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 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 46.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 12.3% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -5.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 10.5% | -9.1% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 10.2% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 46.3% | 15.2% | 33.8% | 12.5% |
| Other | 8.9% | 6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 44.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 6.2% | 1.1% | -5.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 5.9% | 3.3% | -2.6% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 15.6% | 17.6% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 15.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 13.8% | 16% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 15.0% |
| Other Black | 7.3% | 3.9% | -3.4% | 0.5% | 3.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| White | 40.8% | 44.9% | 4.1% | 81.4% | -36.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1% | 4.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.5% |
In this area, 56.9% 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 | 65.7% | 56.9% | -8.8% | 83.2% | -26.3% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 13.7% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 11.8% | 13.5% | 1.7% | 2.7% | 10.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 3.6% | -5.4% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 5.9% | 9.9% | 4.0% | 1.3% | 8.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 64.7% | 56.7% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -26.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 28.8% | 26.7% | 9.8% | 19.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8.7% | 4.1% | -4.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 18.3% | 3.3% | -15.0% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 59.7% | 76.7% | -17.0% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 6% | 1.5% | 4.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.4% | 0.3% | 4.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.7% | 0.3% | 2.4% |
| Central and South America | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 55.2% | 46.2% | 9.0% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hambledon Gardens was 203.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 136.8% higher than the Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hambledon Gardens has the 8th highest crime rate of 129 local areas in Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood and the 136th highest crime rate of 1,082 local areas in Croydon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hambledon Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2025-01-24 | £338,562 |
| 1 Hambledon Gardens, London, Greater London Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-07-10 | £325,000 |
| 13 Hambledon Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-06-27 | £302,019 |
| 4 Hambledon Gardens, London, Greater London Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-06-18 | £307,057 |
| 18 Hambledon Gardens, London, Greater London Other, an established residential building | £16,000 | 2019-10-11 | £16,124 |
The percentage of student residents living in SE25 6BU 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 | 108 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 21 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Other | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,184 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School 51 Pridham Road , CR7 8RS | 3out of 4 | 1,208 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 | 1,533 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tunstall Nursery School Tunstall Road , CR0 6TY | 4out of 4 | 2,770 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dulwich Wood Nursery School Lyall Avenue , SE21 8QS | 3out of 4 | 3,645 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 | 756 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cypress Primary School Cypress Road , SE25 4AU | 2out of 4 | 833 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| South Norwood Primary 34 Crowther Road , South Norwood SE25 5QP | 1out of 4 | 911 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Chad's Catholic Primary School Alverston Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LR | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heavers Farm Primary School 58 Dinsdale Gardens , South Norwood SE25 6LT | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 429 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harris City Academy Crystal Palace Maberley Road , Upper Norwood SE19 2JH | 4out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Arena Albert Road , South Norwood SE25 4QL | 1out of 4 | 1,728 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Blake Academy 6 Morland Road , CR0 6NA | - not rated | 2,461 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Woburn Road , CR9 2EE | 3out of 4 | 2,840 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 | 398 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Croydon College Fairfield Campus , College Road CR9 1DX | - not rated | 3,568 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 | 2,609 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodmansterne School Woodmansterne Road , Streatham SW16 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 4,382 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dunraven School 94-98 Leigham Court Road , SW16 2QB | 4out of 4 | 4,818 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 | 398 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beckmead College Tennison Road , SE25 5RR | - not rated | 582 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| AYA College (On-Site Educational Provision) Holly Lodge , 16 Edith Road SE25 5PQ | - not rated | 1,366 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 | 1,565 yd | City technology college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bensham Manor School Ecclesbourne Road , CR7 7BN | 3out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley's Social Care & Co Working | Stanley Hall, South Norwood Hill | 209 yd | |
| The Manse | 11 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 217 yd | |
| Margiana Cafe | 4 High Street, South Norwood | 338 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 251 - 253 Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 342 yd | |
| Ivy League Nursery | 237 Selhurst Road, South Norwood | 342 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Sailor | 64 High Street, South Norwood | 374 yd | |
| Trude Rotisserie | The Alliance, 91 High Street | 375 yd | |
| The Albion | 26 High Street, South Norwood | 388 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 32 Station Road, South Norwood | 502 yd | |
| The Clifton Arms | 21 Clifton Road, South Norwood | 766 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morleys | 9 High Street, South Norwood | 338 yd | |
| Pizza To Pizza | 2 High Street, South Norwood | 338 yd | |
| Go Go Fresh UK | Selhurst Railway Station, Selhurst Road | 342 yd | |
| Golden Fish & Chips | 72 High Street, South Norwood | 374 yd | |
| Chicken World | 67 High Street, South Norwood | 374 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 7 South Norwood Hill, South Norwood | 217 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | 18 Station Road, South Norwood | 432 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Supermarket | Sainsburys Supermarket, 120 Whitehorse Lane | 589 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Halls STANLEY HALL STANLEY HALL SOUTH NORWOOD HILL | 297 yd | |
| Harris Academy South Norwood CUMBERLOW AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 344 yd |
| Crystal Palace Fc (Selhurst Park) CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB CRYSTAL PALACE FOOTBALL CLUB WHITEHORSE LANE | grass pitches | 626 yd |
| South Norwood Recreation Ground SELHURST ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 675 yd |
| Waterside Centre WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | 683 yd | |
| Cypress Primary School CYPRESS ROAD | 750 yd | |
| Grangewood Park ROSS ROAD | tennis courts | 806 yd |
| South Norwood Lake And Grounds WATERSIDE CENTRE WATERSIDE CENTRE AVENUE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 854 yd |
| Heavers Farm Primary School DINSDALE GARDENS | artificial grass pitch | 932 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 | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 86.7% |
| 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 | 61.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.