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Thornton Heath North West

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About

Thornton Heath North West is a residential area in the London Borough of Croydon, situated to the north of the town centre. The area is characterised by a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with some post-war developments. It is well-connected by public transport, with Thornton Heath railway station providing direct links to London Victoria and London Bridge. The A23 road runs through the area, offering easy access to central London and the M25.

Local amenities include a range of shops, cafes, and takeaways along Brigstock Road and Thornton Heath High Street. The area is home to several parks, including Thornton Heath Recreation Ground, which provides green space for residents. Schools and community facilities, such as libraries and sports centres, serve the neighbourhood. The area has a multicultural population, with a variety of cultural and religious institutions reflecting its diversity.

Area overview

On average Thornton Heath North West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 95 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thornton Heath North West is £50,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Thornton Heath North West: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
95
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
20.3%
Connectivity
4/10

Area Profile

Thornton Heath North West Population
8,885
Population density
9,965.2 per km²

Demographics

British
2,048
23.04%
African
1,471
16.55%
Caribbean
1,470
16.54%
Other White
1,096
12.33%
Other Black
409
4.6%
Total population: 8,888

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,017
29.05%
Private landlord or letting agency
976
27.88%
Owns outright
638
18.22%
Other social rented
412
11.77%
Social rents from council
307
8.77%
Total households: 3,501

Property prices in Thornton Heath North West

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £375,000 in Thornton Heath North West area, with individual transactions ranging from £168,000 up to £672,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Flats37£285,000
Semi-Detached11£446,000
Terraced34£465,000

10 years price trend in Thornton Heath North West

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.