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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Whytecliffe Road South
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Purley Knoll
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Meadow Hill
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Badgers Walk
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Woodcote
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Coulsdon
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Bouverie Gardens
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Downlands Road
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Selcroft Road
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Cliff End
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Famet Avenue
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Foxley Lane
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Coldharbour Lane
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Upper Woodcote Village
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Woodcote Valley Road
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Rose Walk
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Green Lane
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Downlands Road
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Holmoak Close
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Partridge Knoll
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Greyfields Close
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Northwood Avenue
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Foxley Lane
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Hill Road
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Meadow Close
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Woodcote
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Watney Close
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Hartley Hill
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Hartley Farm
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Copse Hill
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Woodside Road
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Foxley Hill Road
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Purley Rise
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Woodcote Valley Road
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Walburton Road
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Peaks Hill
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Badgers Walk
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Woodcrest Road
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Aveling Close
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Hartley Down
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Hartley Down
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Old Lodge Lane
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Woodcote
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Downs Court Road
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Cliff End
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Sunnydene Road
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Banstead Road
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Purley Rise
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Banstead Road
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Verulam Avenue
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Badgers Walk
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Peaks Hill
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Little Woodcote Lane
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Woodcote
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Roke Lodge Road
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Downs Court Road
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Downs Court Road
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Approach Road
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Famet Avenue
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High Street
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Higher Drive
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Woodland Way
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Stevens Place
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Box Ridge Avenue
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Furze Lane
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Hartley Hill
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Manor Wood Road
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Copse Hill
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Woodcote Park Avenue
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Highbarrow Close
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Edgehill Road
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Banstead Road
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Manor Way
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Upper Woodcote Village
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Woodcote
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Rose Walk
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Banstead Road
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The Bridle Road
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The South Border
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Approach Road
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Purley Hill
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Whytecliffe Road South
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Dale Road
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Famet Close
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Dale Road
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Russell Hill
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Russell Green Close
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Higher Drive
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Highbarrow Close
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Woodcote
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Birch Lane
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Barrington Road
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Farm Lane
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Coulsdon
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Elton Road
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Downs Court Road
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Hamilton Close
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Pearson Close
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.