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.
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.
Based on 179 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in South Croydon area, with individual transactions ranging from £184,000 up to £1,785,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 20 | £727,500 |
| Flats | 79 | £280,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 19 | £435,000 |
| Terraced | 61 | £390,000 |
10 years price trend in South Croydon
CR27AF
Normanton Road
CR27BU
Manor Gardens
CR27DE
St Peter's Street
CR27DF
St Peter's Street
CR27HD
Croham
CR27HE
Croham
CR27JU
Normanton Road
CR20FE
Carlton Road
CR26GZ
Crunden Road
CR26NL
Haling Park Road
CR27DH
Doveton Road
CR27PB
South End & St Peter's Road
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Heathfield Road
CR20AZ
Chambers Place
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Redsan Close
CR26AX
Avon Path
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Croham
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Avon Path
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Croham
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Haling Park Road
CR27BN
Winchelsey Rise
CR27DT
Birdhurst Gardens
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Heathfield Road
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Campion Close
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Purley North
CR26EH
Croham
CR26HG
Magdala Road
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St Augustine's Avenue
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Magdala Road
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Benchfield
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.