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Location in Greater LondonAddington sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Addington
In Greater London, Addington is a city. Addresses here fall under the CR0 postcode district. Neighbouring places include West Wickham and Spring Park.
Around 168,797 people live in Addington, a densely built-up urban area. The age profile skews a little younger than the national average, with a relatively high share of children. According to Office for National Statistics figures, household incomes in Addington sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.
School Ratings in Addington
There are 294 schools in and around Addington. Park Hill Infant School, St John's CofE Primary School and Harris Invictus Academy Croydon are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 32 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Addington
The average property price is £503K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £277K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Addington
Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Addington, with 364 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Addington
Addington sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.
Healthcare in Addington
There are 50 GP surgeries within three miles of Addington, the nearest being Broom Road Medical Practice (0.5 miles away).
Local Data for Addington
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Property Prices 16,362 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the CR0 postcode area.
Household Income in Addington ONS 2023
The average total household income in Addington is approximately £72,307 a year before tax, 31% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,031. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,031.
Businesses in Addington ONS 2025
There are approximately 5,945 active businesses based in Addington, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 94 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Addington IMD 2025
Addington sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Addington 1,840 crimes · May 2026
Addington sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Addington
Of the 65,798 households in and around Addington, 49% are owned, 23% are socially rented and 29% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Addington.