About Coulsdon

Coulsdon is a suburban town located in Greater London, within the CR5 postcode area. It lies to the south of Croydon and is well-connected by public transport, including train services that provide easy access to central London. The area features a mix of residential homes, local shops, and community facilities, catering to the needs of its residents. The town is surrounded by green spaces, including Coulsdon Common and Farthing Downs, which offer opportunities for outdoor activities and leisurely walks. Coulsdon also has a number of schools and parks, making it a suitable location for families. The local amenities include various shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing a range of options for dining and shopping.

School Ratings in Coulsdon

Families in Coulsdon have access to 196 local schools. Byron Children's Centre and Chipstead Valley Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Coulsdon

Homes sell for an average of £545K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £535K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Coulsdon

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Coulsdon, with 39 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Coulsdon

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Coulsdon among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Coulsdon

Coulsdon benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,647 sales

Average Price £545K
£100 — £5.86M
Detached £762K 1,361
Semi £535K 1,507
Terraced £434K 723
Flat £326K 921

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

90 Primary
25 Secondary
81 Other
Byron Children's Centre Outstanding 0.2 miles Oasis Academy Byron Primary Good 0.2 miles Coulsdon CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles New Valley Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Keston Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Oasis Academy Coulsdon Secondary Good 1 miles The Hayes Primary School Primary 1 miles Smitham Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Aidan's Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles Beaumont Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.1 miles Serenity School Outstanding 1.3 miles St Nicholas School Requires Improvement 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Coulsdon IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Coulsdon experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
9,242 Children (0-15) 21%
27,462 Working Age 61%
10,660 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.8% 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 Coulsdon 209 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Coulsdon is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

61 Violence & Sexual Offences
39 Anti-Social Behaviour
29 Vehicle Crime
18 Criminal Damage & Arson
17 Burglary
11 Other Theft
11 Public Order
8 Drugs
6 Shoplifting
4 Robbery
3 Theft from Person
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Metropolitan Old Coulsdon Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Coulsdon South Train Station 0.7 miles
Woodmansterne Train Station 1.2 miles
Reedham (London) Train Station 1.3 miles
Kenley Train Station 1.6 miles
Riddlesdown Train Station 2 miles
Whyteleafe Train Station 2.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Old Coulsdon 0.9 miles Kenley 1.4 miles Netherne on-the-Hill 1.4 miles Hooley 1.8 miles Clock House 1.8 miles Whyteleafe 1.9 miles Woodcote 1.9 miles Russell Hill 1.9 miles Chipstead 2 miles Woodmansterne 2 miles Purley 2 miles Chaldon 2 miles

Local Government

District Croydon
County Surrey
Ward Coulsdon Town
Constituency Croydon South
Parish Croydon, unparished area
Region London

Notable & Famous People from Coulsdon 1 people

Peter Brunt
Historian
British academic and ancient historian (1917–2005)

Streets in CR5 30 shown View all streets

Aldercroft 1 Alexander Road 1 Ambercroft Way 1 Appledown Rise 1 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashcroft Rise 1 Asmar Close 1 Austin Close 1 Barnfield Close 1 Barrie Close 1 Becket Road 1 Beckett Road 1 Beechwood Avenue 4 Bell Crescent 1 Benham Close 1 Bennett Close 1 Betjeman Close 1 Birchfield Close 2 Bishop's Close 1 Blakefield Gardens 1 Blue Leaves Avenue 1 Blueberry Gardens 1 Bourke Hill 1 Bouverie Road 1 Bowen Way 1 Bradmore Green 2 Bradmore Way 4 Bramley Avenue 4 Breakfield 1 Bridge Way 1

Postcodes in CR5 50 shown View all postcodes

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