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West Thornton South & Ampere Way

About

West Thornton South is a residential neighbourhood characterised by its mix of Victorian terraces and post-war housing. The area is primarily residential, with local shops and schools serving the community. It is situated close to major transport links, including the A23 road.

Ampere Way is an industrial and business park located within this area, known for its large retail warehouses and distribution centres. The Croydon Colonnades retail park is a focal point here. The Tramlink network runs directly through, connecting it to central Croydon and Wimbledon.

Area overview

On average West Thornton South & Ampere Way has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in West Thornton South & Ampere Way is £64,557 per year. There are 2 schools in West Thornton South & Ampere Way: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). On average most houses in area has low public transport connectivity. West Thornton South & Ampere Way is home to around 9,067 people, with a population density of about 9,043.5 per km2.

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

4/10

Area Profile

West Thornton South & Ampere Way Population

9,067

Population density

9,043.5 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

30.66(+1%)

Anti-social behaviour

23.71(-11%)

Vehicle crime

15.55(+60%)

Drugs

7.28(+20%)

Shoplifting

6.4(-37%)

London average

Demographics

Indian

1,519

16.75%

Other Asian

1,289

14.22%

British

1,157

12.76%

African

1,021

11.26%

Caribbean

960

10.59%

Total population: 9,067

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

2,458

35.1%

No qualifications

1,345

19.21%

Level 3 (A level)

1,041

14.87%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

872

12.45%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

768

10.97%

Total 16+ residents: 7,003

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

975

31.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

810

26.44%

Owns outright

591

19.29%

Other social rented

400

13.06%

Social rents from council

182

5.94%

Total households: 3,063

Property prices in West Thornton South & Ampere Way

Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £391,500 in West Thornton South & Ampere Way area, with individual transactions ranging from £165,000 up to £471,000.

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 West Thornton South & Ampere Way over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	7	£195,000	£170,000	£180,000	£302,500	£396,000
Semi-Detached	4	£405,000	£391,500	£397,500	£425,250	£461,850
Terraced	37	£400,000	£258,800	£355,000	£418,000	£452,400

10 years median price trend in West Thornton South & Ampere Way

All postcodes in West Thornton South & Ampere Way

CR04YG

Beddington Farm Road

CR03AA

Mitcham Road

CR03DB

Westcombe Avenue

CR03DD

Alfriston Avenue

CR03AG

Rochford Way

CR03DN

Rosedene Avenue

CR03DE

Westcombe Avenue

CR03JP

Purley Way

CR03DH

Therapia Lane

CR03QX

Lynton Road

CR03US

Oakwood Place

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.

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