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West Thornton North

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About

West Thornton North is a residential area in the London Borough of Croydon, located north of Thornton Heath. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian and Edwardian terraces, as well as post-war developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links provide access to central Croydon and London via buses and nearby train stations.

The area is known for its community-focused atmosphere, with several green spaces like Thornton Heath Recreation Ground offering leisure opportunities. West Thornton North has a multicultural population, reflected in its variety of independent businesses and eateries. While primarily residential, it maintains proximity to larger retail and commercial hubs in Croydon town centre.

Area overview

On average West Thornton North has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Thornton North is £51,500 per year. There are 2 schools in West Thornton North: 2 primary (0 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

108

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

12.6%

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

West Thornton North Population

9,655

Population density

8,884.7 per km²

Demographics

Indian

1,593

16.5%

Caribbean

1,411

14.61%

Pakistani

1,220

12.64%

African

1,135

11.76%

British

964

9.98%

Total population: 9,655

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

926

28.7%

Owns outright

923

28.6%

Owns with a mortgage

857

26.56%

Social rents from council

199

6.17%

Other social rented

179

5.55%

Total households: 3,227

Property prices in West Thornton North

Based on 40 recent sales, the median property price is £432,500 in West Thornton North area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £602,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	1	£500,000	£500,000	£500,000	£500,000	£500,000
Flats	6	£225,000	£106,625	£165,125	£268,750	£308,750
Semi-Detached	2	£442,500	£426,750	£433,750	£451,250	£458,250
Terraced	31	£445,000	£320,000	£420,000	£502,500	£545,000

10 years price trend in West Thornton North

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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