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About

South Norwood is a residential ward in the London Borough of Croydon, located in the northern part of the borough. The area is known for its mix of Victorian and Edwardian housing, with terraced homes and smaller apartment blocks. It has good transport links, including Norwood Junction station, which provides rail services to central London and surrounding areas. Local amenities include shops, cafes, and pubs along the high street, catering to everyday needs.

The ward is home to several green spaces, such as South Norwood Country Park and Norwood Park, offering recreational opportunities. The area has a strong community feel, with events like the annual South Norwood Arts Festival. Schools and healthcare facilities are accessible, making it a practical choice for families. While it retains a quieter atmosphere compared to central Croydon, its proximity to larger hubs ensures convenience.

Area overview

On average South Norwood has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 109 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Norwood is £50,060 per year. There are 9 schools in South Norwood: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). On average most houses in area has good public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
109
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
22.8%
Connectivity
7/10

Area Profile

South Norwood Population
16,447
Population density
7,681.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,679
28.45%
African
2,605
15.84%
Caribbean
2,443
14.85%
Other White
1,898
11.54%
Other Black
875
5.32%
Total population: 16,446

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
2,292
32.31%
Owns with a mortgage
1,911
26.94%
Owns outright
1,057
14.9%
Other social rented
916
12.91%
Social rents from council
695
9.8%
Total households: 7,094

Property prices in South Norwood

Based on 134 recent sales, the median property price is £345,000 in South Norwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £836,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for South Norwood 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 South Norwood over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£450,000
Flats77£275,000
Semi-Detached10£595,000
Terraced45£468,000

10 years median price trend in South Norwood

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in South Norwood.

All postcodes in South Norwood

SE254HP

Chartham Road

SE255SA

Tennison Road

SE256LB

Peace Close

SE256LH

Selhurst North

SE256LS

Selhurst North

SE256NQ

Laws Close

SE256QX

Sangley Road

SE256UR

Holmewood Road

SE255SG

Priory Gardens

SE254HN

Chartham Road

SE259GG

Holmesdale Road

SE255AA

Lawrence Road

SE256HT

Holmesdale Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.