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Waddon

About

Waddon is a residential ward located in the London Borough of Croydon. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, semi-detached homes, and modern apartment complexes. Waddon is situated near major transport links, including Waddon railway station, providing easy access to central London and surrounding areas. The ward also features several green spaces, such as Waddon Ponds and Mill Lane Cemetery, offering recreational opportunities for residents.

The local economy includes a range of shops, cafes, and small businesses, particularly along Purley Way and Stafford Road. Waddon is close to the Valley Park Retail Area, which hosts larger stores and supermarkets. The ward is home to a diverse community, with schools and community centres serving its population. While primarily residential, Waddon’s proximity to Croydon town centre and transport links makes it a practical location for commuters and families.

Area overview

On average Waddon has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 134 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Waddon is £50,751 per year. There are 8 schools in Waddon: 6 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has average public transport connectivity.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

134

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

6/10

Area Profile

Waddon Population

18,684

Population density

4,766.7 per km²

Demographics

British

5,912

31.64%

African

2,278

12.19%

Other White

2,160

11.56%

Caribbean

1,698

9.09%

Indian

1,255

6.72%

Total population: 18,686

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

2,061

28.02%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,929

26.23%

Owns outright

1,220

16.59%

Social rents from council

1,093

14.86%

Other social rented

766

10.41%

Total households: 7,355

Property prices in Waddon

Based on 163 recent sales, the median property price is £345,600 in Waddon area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £960,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Waddon over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	5	£585,000	£450,200	£491,000	£880,000	£944,000
Flats	73	£255,000	£115,900	£215,000	£290,000	£339,000
Semi-Detached	31	£458,000	£347,500	£407,500	£507,500	£566,250
Terraced	54	£405,000	£276,000	£366,875	£468,750	£553,500

10 years median price trend in Waddon

All postcodes in Waddon

CR04LE

Waddon Road

CR04LP

Borough Hill

CR04NL

Waddon South

CR04RF

Stafford Road

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail