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Location in Greater LondonBeddington sits where the marker shows within the county.

168,797
Population
61,886
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£72,307
Avg. household income
5,945
Businesses
5,434
People per km²
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About Beddington

Beddington is a city in Greater London. Addresses here fall under the CR0 postcode district. Neighbouring places include Wandle Park and Waddon.

Around 168,797 people live in Beddington, 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 Beddington sit above the England and Wales average, and the local business base is made up overwhelmingly of small firms.

School Ratings in Beddington

There are 444 schools in and around Beddington. 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 Beddington

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 Beddington

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Beddington, with 364 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Beddington

Beddington 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 Beddington

There are 105 GP surgeries within three miles of Beddington, the nearest being Thornton Road & Valley Park Surgery (0.6 miles away).

Property Prices 16,362 sales

Average Price £503K
£100 , £201.15M
Detached £734K 800
Semi £477K 2,819
Terraced £397K 5,306
Flat £277K 6,443

Household Income in Beddington ONS 2023

The average total household income in Beddington 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.

Beddington £72,307
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,031.

Businesses in Beddington ONS 2025

There are approximately 5,945 active businesses based in Beddington, 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.

5,945 Total businesses
35 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Beddington IMD 2025

Beddington 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.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 67%
Older 65+ 12%
36,082 Children (0-15) 21%
112,513 Working Age 67%
20,185 Older (65+) 12%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 30.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Beddington 1,840 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Beddington 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 569
Anti-Social Behaviour 364
Shoplifting 231
Vehicle Crime 201
Public Order 106
Drugs 101
Other Theft 89
Burglary 70
Robbery 40
Theft from Person 28
Weapons 14
Other Crime 13
Bicycle Theft 8
Criminal Damage & Arson 6
Local Policing
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Waddon Train Station 0.6 miles
West Croydon Train Station 1.1 miles
Hackbridge Train Station 1.2 miles
Wallington Train Station 1.4 miles
East Croydon Train Station 1.4 miles
South Croydon Train Station 1.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District Croydon
Ward New Addington South
Constituency Croydon Central
Parish Croydon, unparished area
Region London

Home Ownership in Beddington

Of the 65,798 households in and around Beddington, 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%.

Owned 49% Social rented 23% Private rented 29%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Beddington.

Frequently Asked Questions about Beddington

What is the population of Beddington?
Beddington has a population of approximately 168,797 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Beddington?
The average property in and around Beddington sold for about £502,564, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 44% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Beddington a deprived area?
Beddington sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Beddington?
Beddington is covered by the CR0 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Beddington?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Beddington, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Beddington?
The nearest railway station to Beddington is Waddon Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.