Is South Norwood a good place to live?
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In South Norwood (SE25 9), recorded crime is 1740% above the national average, and it ranks as a more deprived area than most (deprivation decile 3/10, where 1 is most deprived).
- E Safetycrime 1740% above average
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Population
1,778
Recorded crime
4923.1
Recorded crime trend
Recorded crimes per month in SE25 9 (Aug 24–Apr 26, average 68/month). Hover a point to read the count. Source: Police.uk street-level data.
Who lives here
- Median age
- 36
- One-person households
- 39%
- Households with children
- 27%
- Households
- 799
Owned 36% · Social rent 23% · Private rent 40%
Census 2021 (ONS), for SE25 9.
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South Norwood SE25 9: frequently asked questions
Is South Norwood SE25 9 a good place to live?
In South Norwood (SE25 9), recorded crime is 1740% above the national average, and it ranks as a more deprived area than most (deprivation decile 3/10, where 1 is most deprived).
What is the crime rate in South Norwood SE25 9?
Recorded crime in South Norwood SE25 9 runs at 4923.1 per 1,000 properties, 1740% above the national average (Police.uk, 2026-04).
Is South Norwood SE25 9 safe?
Crime in South Norwood SE25 9 is above the national average. Recorded crime in South Norwood SE25 9 runs at 4923.1 per 1,000 properties, 1740% above the national average (Police.uk, 2026-04).
Is South Norwood SE25 9 a deprived area?
South Norwood SE25 9 sits in deprivation decile 3 of 10 (1 = most deprived), making it more deprived than most areas in England (English Indices of Deprivation, ONS).