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Selsdon Vale & Forestdale

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About

Selsdon Vale & Forestdale is a residential ward in the southern part of Croydon, known for its mix of suburban housing and green spaces. The area features a blend of detached and semi-detached homes, along with some smaller terraced properties. Forestdale, developed in the 1960s and 1970s, has a more uniform layout, while Selsdon Vale retains a slightly older, more varied character. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The ward is bordered by several green spaces, including Addington Hills and Selsdon Wood Nature Reserve, offering walking trails and wildlife habitats. Public transport links provide access to central Croydon and beyond, with bus routes connecting to nearby train stations. The area has a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere, with a focus on community events and outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Selsdon Vale & Forestdale has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 64 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale is £55,831 per year. There are 4 schools in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
64
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
3/10

Area Profile

Selsdon Vale & Forestdale Population
10,012
Population density
2,039.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,634
66.25%
African
542
5.41%
Other White
524
5.23%
Indian
477
4.76%
Caribbean
305
3.05%
Total population: 10,013

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,649
38.8%
Owns outright
1,612
37.93%
Private landlord or letting agency
631
14.85%
Social rents from council
140
3.29%
Other social rented
115
2.71%
Total households: 4,250

Property prices in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale

Based on 107 recent sales, the median property price is £377,500 in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale area, with individual transactions ranging from £180,000 up to £870,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Selsdon Vale & Forestdale 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 Selsdon Vale & Forestdale over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£735,000
Flats26£218,500
Semi-Detached18£481,250
Terraced52£378,750

10 years median price trend in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale.

All postcodes in Selsdon Vale & Forestdale

CR09HX

Courtwood Lane

CR09JU

Courtwood Lane

CR09LE

Linton Glade

CR28PB

Dulverton Road

CR28PR

Sandpiper Road

CR28PY

Bullfinch Road

CR28RR

Sundale Avenue

CR09AT

Charlwood

CR09JL

Pixton Way

CR09JR

Bardolph Avenue

CR09LX

Hartscroft

CR28JD

Selsdon Park Road

CR28NW

Benhurst Gardens

CR28PW

Bullfinch Road

CR09AP

Holmbury Grove

CR09HD

Bardolph Avenue

CR09HE

Courtwood Lane

CR09HY

Cascades

CR09JH

Fernwood

CR28PX

Linnet Close

CR28QE

Old Farleigh Road

CR28AZ

Selsdon

CR09JF

Pixton Way

CR28LD

Addington Road

CR09JE

Bellfield

CR28QP

Kingswood Way

CR28SW

Dove Close

CR28YB

Old Farleigh Road

CR09HB

Courtwood Lane

CR09HW

Courtwood Lane

CR09HZ

Cascades

CR09JG

Courtwood Lane

CR28QL

Kingswood Way

CR28ST

Owl Close

CR09HH

Courtwood Lane

CR09HS

Courtwood Lane

CR09LZ

Linton Glade

CR28NT

Benhurst Gardens

CR28QX

Albatross Gardens

CR28QY

Goldfinch Road

CR28RL

Mapleleaf Close

CR09HP

Courtwood Lane

CR09HJ

Courtwood Lane

CR28QW

Albatross Gardens

CR28PQ

Redwing Close

CR28QG

Birdwood Close

CR09LN

Pixton Way

CR28JT

Huntingfield

CR28PU

Bullfinch Road

CR28PZ

Linnet Close

CR28QA

Lynne Close

CR28RQ

Elmpark Gardens

CR28TF

Quail Gardens

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.