What are house prices in South Croydon?

Based on 195 recent sales, the median price is £370,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How many households are in South Croydon?

There are 7,755 households in South Croydon

What are prices by property type in South Croydon?

Latest medians: Detached £727,500, Semi-detached £535,000, Terraced £393,750, Flats £280,000.

What's the South Croydon population and density?

South Croydon population is 18,064 with density 4580.0 per km².

How deprived is South Croydon?

Deprivation score 5/10 (rank 17425 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in South Croydon?

Average resident income is about £61,153 per year.

How much social housing is near South Croydon?

About 10.8% across the South Croydon area.

How safe is South Croydon?

Crime level in South Croydon is moderate with about 93 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in South Croydon?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 34.9%, converted/shared house (inc hmo) 19.9%.

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Q: What schools in South Croydon and how are they rated?

There are 10 schools in South Croydon: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good)

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About

South Croydon ward is located in the southern part of the London Borough of Croydon. It covers residential areas such as Sanderstead, Purley Oaks, and part of South Croydon town centre. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with South Croydon railway station providing links to central London and the south coast. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian and Edwardian homes, as well as more modern developments.

Local amenities include shops, cafes, and restaurants along Brighton Road, as well as several parks and green spaces like Haling Grove. Schools in the area are rated highly, contributing to its appeal for families. The ward also has good road access via the A23 and A235. While primarily residential, South Croydon has a quiet suburban character with some commercial activity near the town centre.

Area overview

On average South Croydon has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Croydon is £61,153 per year. There are 10 schools in South Croydon: 5 primary (2 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

7/10

Social housing

10.8%

Connectivity

5/10

Area Profile

South Croydon Population

18,064

Population density

4,580 per km²

Demographics

British

7,532

41.7%

Other White

2,244

12.42%

African

1,495

8.28%

Indian

1,214

6.72%

Caribbean

1,149

6.36%

Total population: 18,063

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,611

33.68%

Owns with a mortgage

2,425

31.28%

Owns outright

1,536

19.81%

Other social rented

604

7.79%

Social rents from council

283

3.65%

Total households: 7,753

Property prices in South Croydon

Based on 195 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in South Croydon area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £1,785,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	20	£727,500	£427,900	£599,750	£932,500	£1,091,500
Flats	86	£280,000	£200,000	£252,000	£327,250	£398,750
Semi-Detached	27	£535,000	£325,900	£427,000	£635,500	£767,500
Terraced	62	£393,750	£320,500	£365,125	£424,500	£504,375

10 years price trend in South Croydon

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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

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