Thornton Heath

Area · Outer London

C+

schoolsA

amenitiesA

transportA+

outdoor-activitiesB+

Housing

Average sold price: £393,528

all dwelling types£393,528
terraced house prices£433,434
semi-detached house prices£419,979
flats and maisonettes prices£278,901

Safety

Crime level: high

Crimes per 1,000: 93

Schools

Transport

None recorded

Vibe

ParklifeNo car neededYoung familiesRenters

FAQ

Q: Is Thornton Heath a nice place to live?
A: Thornton Heath is a passable place to live. We&#x27;ve given it a liveable rating of C+. Locals particularly enjoy access to parks and outdoor spaces. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.

Q: How safe is Thornton Heath?
A: Thornton Heath has a high crime rate for an Outer London suburb, with around 93 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 25% above the national average, and 33% above the Outer London average.

Q: What are the best schools in Thornton Heath?
A: Thornton Heath has 80 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding schools include St James the Great RC Primary and Nursery School, David Livingstone Academy, Harris Invictus Academy Croydon. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Paxton Academy Sports And Science and Winterbourne Boys&#x27; Academy. Note: 5 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.

Q: What are the demographics of Thornton Heath?
A: Thornton Heath has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (52%). The most common religion is Christian (55%).