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Kenley South

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About

Kenley South is a residential area located in the southern part of Croydon, known for its quiet streets and suburban feel. The area is characterised by a mix of detached and semi-detached houses, many with generous gardens, offering a sense of space. Green spaces like Kenley Common and Riddlesdown provide walking trails and open areas, appealing to nature lovers. The nearby Kenley Aerodrome adds historical interest, being a former WWII airfield.

Transport links include Kenley railway station, offering direct services to London Bridge and East Croydon. Local amenities are limited but include a few shops, cafes, and pubs, with more options available in nearby Purley or Coulsdon. Schools in the area, such as Kenley Primary School, cater to families. The overall atmosphere is peaceful, with a strong community feel, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle within easy reach of London.

Area overview

On average Kenley South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Kenley South is £64,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Kenley South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
8.2%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Kenley South Population
6,891
Population density
1,277.1 per km²

Demographics

British
4,492
65.17%
Indian
419
6.08%
Other White
400
5.8%
African
283
4.11%
Caribbean
200
2.9%
Total population: 6,893

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,131
42.58%
Owns outright
970
36.52%
Private landlord or letting agency
228
8.58%
Other social rented
148
5.57%
Social rents from council
111
4.18%
Total households: 2,656

Property prices in Kenley South

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £565,000 in Kenley South area, with individual transactions ranging from £108,000 up to £1,095,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£739,500
Flats12£289,750
Semi-Detached16£567,500
Terraced8£382,500

10 years price trend in Kenley South

All postcodes in Kenley South

CR29HL

Mitchley Avenue

CR85DH

Ashurst Close

CR85HQ

Hayes Lane

CR85JA

Purcell Close

CR85JJ

Lawford Gardens

CR81EG

Buttermere Gardens

CR85AH

Gomshall Gardens

CR85DF

Kenley Lane

CR81EP

Derwent Drive

CR81ER

Derwent Drive

CR81ES

Derwent Drive

CR85BD

Godstone Road

CR85DJ

Hazeldene Court

CR85EE

Cumnor Rise

CR85EL

Leacroft Close

CR85DN

Hawkhirst Road

CR85FQ

Kenley South

CR85PD

Cadogan Place

CR29HN

Mitchley Avenue

CR30DH

Marlings Close

CR81EU

Honister Heights

CR85ET

Betula Close

CR85JH

Abbots Lane

CR30DP

Mosslea Road

CR85EN

Kearton Close

CR30EX

New Barn Lane

CR85FS

Kenley South

CR81DT

Mitchley Avenue

CR85BT

Wordsworth Avenue

CR85HN

Hayes Lane

CR85JR

Hayes Lane

CR30FR

Well Farm Heights

CR81DN

Lower Barn Road

CR81DL

Riddlesdown Road

CR81EA

Mitchley Avenue

CR81EF

Ingleboro Drive

CR85BJ

Godstone Road

CR85AD

Bourne View

CR85DX

Cumberlands

CR85GQ

Kenley Lane

CR85HP

Abbots Lane

CR85JL

Cedar Walk

CR85AN

Godstone Road

CR85AZ

Purcell Close

CR85BW

Valley Road

CR85BR

Bourne View

CR85EG

Hayes Lane

CR85EJ

Golf Road

CR85HR

Hayes Lane

CR85JW

Kenwood Ridge

CR81EE

Ingleboro Drive

CR81EN

Grisedale Gardens

CR85BN

Godstone Road

CR85GE

Godstone Road

CR29FB

Hyde Road

CR30DQ

Mosslea Road

CR81XL

Dalton Close

CR85EH

Cumnor Rise

CR85HB

Kenley Lane

CR30DF

Hilltop Road

CR30DR

Mosslea Road

CR85GR

Denefield Drive

CR85HL

Lovelock Close

CR85DW

Church Road

CR85HY

Driftwood Drive

CR81JN

Coombe Wood Hill

CR85AT

Bushey Close

CR85HU

Maryhill Close

CR85HZ

Hermitage Road

CR29NS

Hyde Road

CR81ED

Ingleboro Drive

CR81EW

Eskdale Gardens

CR85BF

Waverley Avenue

CR85DU

Bredune

CR85EW

Old Lodge Lane

CR85HF

Frobisher Close

CR85JG

Abbots Lane

CR30DW

Beverley Road

CR81EY

Eskdale Gardens

CR81JQ

Coombe Wood Hill

CR85HD

Welcomes Road

CR85SH

Shord Hill

CR85AF

Godstone Road

CR81EZ

Eskdale Gardens

CR85FR

Kenley South

CR30DT

Beverley Road

CR30DU

Beverley Road

CR81HZ

Lower Barn Road

CR85ES

Golf Road

CR85GD

Godstone Road

CR29HH

Buttermere Gardens

CR81EX

Dunmail Drive

CR85AX

Glenside Close

CR85BH

Godstone Road

CR85DP

Mount Close

CR85GX

Godstone Road

CR85JY

Yewbank Close

CR30DX

Beverley Road

CR81EL

Grisedale Close

CR85DR

Longwood Road
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.