Is CR8 5GB a nice place to live?
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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)
81 crimes recorded
Within roughly a mile of CR8 5GB. Most common: Anti-social behaviour.
House prices
£390,041
Average price in Croydon (2026-07, UK House Price Index). Down 3.4% year on year.
- Terraced
- £396,579
- Semi-detached
- £535,706
- Detached
- £837,514
- Flat / maisonette
- £253,660
Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for CR8 5GB specifically.
Flood risk
Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.
No active flood warnings within ~15km.
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CQC ratings near CR8 5GB on Check My GP
Food hygiene ratings
FSA ratings near CR8 5GB on Check Food Hygiene
Nearby postcodes
Compare crime and area data a short walk away.