Croydon is a large district in South London, known for its mix of urban and suburban areas. It serves as a major commercial hub, with offices, shopping centres, and transport links connecting it to central London and beyond. The area has a mix of modern high-rises and older residential streets, reflecting its evolution over time.
Croydon has green spaces like Lloyd Park and Wandle Park, offering recreational areas for residents. The district also has cultural venues, including the Fairfield Halls and the Boxpark shipping container complex. While it faces challenges like urban regeneration, Croydon remains a practical and well-connected part of London.
On average Croydon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 112 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Croydon is £55,741 per year. There are 156 schools in Croydon: 87 primary (17 Outstanding and 60 Good) and 23 secondary (3 Outstanding and 16 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.
Addiscombe East
Addiscombe West
Bensham Manor
Broad Green
Coulsdon Town
Crystal Palace & Upper Norwood
Fairfield
Kenley
New Addington North
New Addington South
Norbury Park
Norbury & Pollards Hill
Old Coulsdon
Park Hill & Whitgift
Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown
Purley & Woodcote
Sanderstead
Selhurst
Selsdon & Addington Village
Selsdon Vale & Forestdale
Shirley North
Shirley South
South Croydon
South Norwood
Thornton Heath
Waddon
West Thornton
Woodside