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Purley Central

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About

Purley Central is a suburban area located in the southern part of Croydon, London. It serves as a local hub with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The area is centered around Purley Cross, where major roads like the A23 and A22 converge, making it a key transport link for commuters. Purley Station provides rail connections to central London and surrounding towns, adding to its accessibility.

The area features a range of shops, cafes, and services along Purley High Street, catering to everyday needs. Nearby green spaces, such as Purley Downs and Riddlesdown Common, offer recreational opportunities. The mix of housing includes period properties and modern developments, reflecting its evolution over time. Purley Central balances convenience with a quieter suburban atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Purley Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Purley Central is £62,000 per year. There are 5 schools in Purley Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
95
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
9.4%
Connectivity
5/10

Area Profile

Purley Central Population
10,502
Population density
4,016.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,075
48.31%
Indian
971
9.24%
Other White
843
8.03%
African
554
5.27%
Caribbean
531
5.06%
Total population: 10,504

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,467
34.67%
Owns outright
1,308
30.91%
Private landlord or letting agency
868
20.52%
Other social rented
257
6.07%
Social rents from council
156
3.69%
Total households: 4,231

Property prices in Purley Central

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £521,000 in Purley Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,510,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Purley Central 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 Purley Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached39£725,000
Flats48£269,000
Semi-Detached17£625,000
Terraced9£525,000

10 years median price trend in Purley Central

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

All postcodes in Purley Central

CR83QY

Plough Lane

CR26DH

Pampisford Road

CR82NS

Russell Green Close

CR81HW

Purley Bury Close

CR82PA

Lansdowne Road

CR83EH

Banstead Road

CR20RA

Purley Downs Road

CR81AT

Pearson Close

CR81AP

Purley Hill

CR82BH

Purley Central

CR82FA

Pringle Gardens

CR82UJ

Purley Central

CR82JJ

Highfield Road

CR82EB

Dale Road

CR82FY

Russell Hill

CR83QA

Plough Lane

CR26BU

Lynscott Way

CR81AF

Holt Place

CR82JL

Foxley Lane

CR83EA

Banstead Road

CR26DA

Barnards Place

CR26GP

Lambourn Close

CR26QN

Kingsdown Avenue

CR81DQ

Holt Place

CR82AJ

Glenn Avenue

CR82DA

Downs Court Road

CR82FT

Russell Hill

CR82JB

Hillthorpe Close

CR82JH

Coldharbour Lane

CR82NA

Edgehill Road

CR82PJ

Lansdowne Road

CR83EN

Banstead Road

CR20QS

Penwortham Road

CR81JA

Lexington Court

CR82AA

High Street

CR82AR

Whytecliffe Road North

CR82BP

Woburn Avenue

CR82EG

Beaumont Road

CR82EL

Graham Road

CR82JZ

Hillthorpe Close

CR82NB

Edgehill Road

CR83EE

Banstead Road

CR84DU

Callow Field

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.