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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 96 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

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

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

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 108 recent sales, the median property price is £501,000 in Purley Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £94,500 up to £1,510,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	35	£712,456	£547,500	£645,500	£828,500	£1,114,000
Flats	46	£269,000	£111,250	£221,250	£338,750	£408,750
Semi-Detached	19	£607,000	£411,000	£511,000	£743,500	£898,000
Terraced	8	£541,000	£412,000	£461,000	£597,500	£727,450

10 years price trend 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

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail