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West Thornton South & Ampere Way

About

West Thornton South & Ampere Way is a residential and industrial area in Croydon, located near the A23 and Purley Way. The neighbourhood features a mix of housing, including terraced homes and low-rise flats, alongside industrial estates and retail parks. Ampere Way is known for its business parks and logistics hubs, providing employment opportunities in the area.

The area is well-connected, with West Croydon station nearby offering rail links to central London and beyond. Local amenities include schools, parks, and shopping facilities along Purley Way. The presence of industrial and commercial spaces gives the area a practical character, balancing work and residential life.

Area overview

On average West Thornton South & Ampere Way has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 103 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 of residents in West Thornton South & Ampere Way is £51,200 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.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
103
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
18.7%
Connectivity
4/10
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