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Coulsdon

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About

Coulsdon is a suburban area in the southern part of Croydon, known for its mix of residential and green spaces. The area features a range of housing, from Victorian and Edwardian homes to modern developments, catering to families and commuters. Coulsdon benefits from good transport links, including Coulsdon South and Coulsdon Town railway stations, providing direct services to central London.

The area is surrounded by open spaces, such as Farthing Downs and Happy Valley, offering walking trails and scenic views. Coulsdon has a small but functional town centre with shops, cafes, and local amenities. The presence of schools and community facilities makes it a practical choice for families. While quieter than central Croydon, Coulsdon provides a balance of convenience and countryside access.

Area overview

On average Coulsdon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Coulsdon is £59,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Coulsdon: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
13.7%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Coulsdon Population
9,449
Population density
3,038.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,006
52.95%
Indian
645
6.82%
Other White
584
6.18%
African
558
5.9%
Caribbean
482
5.1%
Total population: 9,454

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,349
36.26%
Owns outright
1,000
26.88%
Private landlord or letting agency
561
15.08%
Other social rented
378
10.16%
Social rents from council
202
5.43%
Total households: 3,720

Property prices in Coulsdon

Based on 105 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Coulsdon area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £1,400,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Coulsdon in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Coulsdon over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£850,000
Flats33£255,000
Semi-Detached26£562,500
Terraced21£404,000

10 years median price trend in Coulsdon

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Coulsdon.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.