Crofton Park
Population
28,613
Crime per 1,000 residents
305
Schools
13
Parks
14
Stations
9
GP practices
16
All amenities available within a 1 mile radius.
Overview
Crofton Park is a residential South East London area between Brockley, Honor Oak and Forest Hill. It offers period homes, local cafés and rail links into central London.
Vibe and lifestyle
Quiet, friendly and community-focused with a family-oriented feel. Popular with young families and professionals seeking a calmer South East London base.
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Safety and crime trends
8,718 crimes were recorded between 2024-04 and 2025-01, spanning 10 months of data. The category breakdown helps show whether activity is concentrated in a few offence types or spread across a broader mix of incidents.
Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 13 schools (8 primary, 5 secondary and 0 special schools), alongside 16 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 28,613 across 11,870 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £629,831, based on 1,053 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 7 supermarkets, 9 transport stations, 14 parks and 3 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 3 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.