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West Thornton

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About

West Thornton is a residential ward in the London Borough of Croydon, located to the north of the town centre. The area is characterised by a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war estates, and modern developments. Green spaces like Thornton Heath Recreation Ground provide leisure opportunities, while local shops and amenities cater to daily needs. Public transport links, including buses and Thornton Heath railway station, connect the area to central London and Croydon.

The ward has a strong sense of community, with schools, places of worship, and community centres serving its residents. West Thornton is also home to a range of cultural backgrounds, reflected in its independent businesses and eateries. The area balances urban convenience with quieter residential streets, making it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average West Thornton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 131 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in West Thornton is £50,211 per year. There are 4 schools in West Thornton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 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

131

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

18.8%

Connectivity

5/10

Area Profile

West Thornton Population

18,764

Population density

9,519.1 per km²

Demographics

Indian

2,892

15.41%

Caribbean

2,738

14.59%

African

2,310

12.31%

British

2,145

11.43%

Pakistani

1,959

10.44%

Total population: 18,765

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,930

29.73%

Owns with a mortgage

1,555

23.95%

Owns outright

1,394

21.47%

Social rents from council

650

10.01%

Other social rented

646

9.95%

Total households: 6,492

Property prices in West Thornton

Based on 86 recent sales, the median property price is £388,750 in West Thornton 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	16	£199,000	£137,875	£180,500	£237,750	£286,250
Semi-Detached	9	£400,000	£303,480	£355,000	£425,000	£493,000
Terraced	60	£414,263	£305,950	£368,750	£462,500	£535,500

10 years price trend in West Thornton

All postcodes in West Thornton

CR76FJ

West Thornton North

CR77HB

Woodcroft Road

CR77HL

Mayday Road

CR77HR

Kingswood Avenue

CR77JY

Frant Road

CR09BH

University Hospital & Queen's Road

CR76AP

Dunheved Road West

CR76BG

Limpsfield Avenue

CR76DJ

Mayfield Road

CR76FF

Thornton Road

CR76HA

Fairlands Avenue

CR76JF

Headcorn Place

CR77LG

Dovercourt Avenue

CR77YE

Mayday Road

CR03HD

Canterbury Road

CR03HL

Brading Road

CR03QB

Stanley Road

CR76BZ

Harcourt Road

CR76FH

West Thornton North

CR77HW

Alma Place

CR77LJ

Dovercourt Avenue

CR02SS

Campbell Road

CR03AA

Aurelia Road

CR03EQ

Donald Road

CR76BD

Thornton Avenue

CR76DA

Gonville Road

CR76DF

Blakemore Road

CR76FA

Dunheved Road South

CR76JB

West Thornton North

CR77HD

Jamaica Road

CR77LN

Weybridge Road

CR77PA

Colliers Water Lane

CR03BE

Aurelia Road

CR76AG

Broughton Road

CR76DW

Silverleigh Road

CR76JZ

Leander Road

CR77XN

Mayday Road

CR03BT

Peall Road

CR03QX

Lynton Road

CR03US

Oakwood Place

CR76ED

Galpin's Road

CR76HQ

Redford Avenue

CR76JS

Headcorn Road

CR77JP

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