Purley & Woodcote is a residential ward in the southern part of Croydon, known for its suburban character and green spaces. The area features a mix of housing, including detached and semi-detached homes, with tree-lined streets contributing to its quiet atmosphere. Purley town centre offers local shops, restaurants, and transport links, including Purley railway station, providing direct services to central London.
The ward is bordered by open spaces like Riddlesdown Common and Kenley Common, offering walking trails and scenic views. Woodcote Grove and Purley Downs add to the area's natural appeal, with golf courses and recreational areas. Schools in the area, including Woodcote High School, serve the local community. The combination of convenience and greenery makes Purley & Woodcote a practical choice for families and commuters.
On average Purley & Woodcote has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Purley & Woodcote is £64,487 per year. There are 8 schools in Purley & Woodcote: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.
Based on 175 recent sales, the median property price is £485,000 in Purley & Woodcote area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £2,400,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 53 | £870,000 |
| Flats | 65 | £310,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 30 | £590,000 |
| Terraced | 27 | £450,000 |
10 years price trend in Purley & Woodcote
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Purley Central
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Woodland Way
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Hamilton Close
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Famet Walk
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More Close
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Wyvern Road
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Foxley Lane
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Gilliam Grove
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High Street
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Banstead Road
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Promenade De Verdun
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Plough Lane
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Downlands Road
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Hartley Old Road
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Woodside Road
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Purley Vale
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Cranford Close
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Russell Hill Place
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Banstead Road
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Verulam Avenue
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Hartley Down
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Coulsdon Court Road
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Downlands Road
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High Tree Close
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Downs Court Road
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Beaumont Road
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Graham Road
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Purley Central
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Hillcrest Road
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Purley Central
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Beaumont Road
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Purley Central
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Woodcote
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Monahan Avenue
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Woodcote
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Banstead Road
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Woodcote Lane
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Peaks Hill
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Plough Lane
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Old Lodge Lane
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Hartley Old Road
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Woodcote
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Coulsdon
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Partridge Knoll
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Partridge Knoll
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Lower Road
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Box Ridge Avenue
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Northwood Avenue
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Foxley Lane
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Foxley Lane
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Foxley Lane
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Foxley Lane
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Purley Knoll
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Westdene Close
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Delves Close
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High Street
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Downs Court Road
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Dale Road
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Highfield Road
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Downs Court Road
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Purley Central
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Woodcote
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Woodcote Valley Road
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Woodcote
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Kenley North
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Downs Court Road
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Russell Hill
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Russell Hill Place
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Woodcote Valley Road
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Woodcote
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Banstead Road
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Banstead Road
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Verulam Avenue
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Woodside Road
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Woodcote
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More Close
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Lansdowne Road
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Purley Rise
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Privet Mews
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Newton Road
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The Bridle Road
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Furze Hill
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Birch Lane
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Green Lane
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Church Hill
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Woodcote
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Little Roke Road
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Purley Central
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Selcroft Road
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Downs Court Road
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Higher Drive
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Pampisford Road
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Holmes Close
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Hartley Down
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Cliff End
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Downs Court Road
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Kimberley Place
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.