CR2 8WQ Postcode Area
Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the CR2 8WQ postcode area in Croydon.
We've got loads of statistics for CR2 8WQ, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.
What social class do the population of CR2 8WQ belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is CR2 8WQ in Croydon, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about CR2 8WQ from the Census 2011.
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People and Demographics
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Demographics
An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in CR2 8WQ, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.
Crime Rates
Police crime stats - see how safe it is around CR2 8WQ, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?
Constituency
Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.
Local Issues
In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around CR2 8WQ reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.
Sunrise/Sunset
Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area CR28WQ. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!
Job Vacancies
Looking for job vacancies in the CR2 8WQ area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.
Travel & Transport
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Travel
Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to CR2 8WQ.
Traffic Reports
Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.
Taxi Firms
Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the CR2 8WQ area.
Car Parks
Locate the nearest car parks near CR2 8WQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Leisure & Outdoor Facilities
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Events
From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around CR2 8WQ.
Attractions
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Hotels
Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area CR2 8WQ.
Tourist Information
Locate the nearest car parks near CR2 8WQ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.
Local Amenities
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Banks
Find the nearest bank or building society in CR2 8WQ. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.
Cash Machines
Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the CR2 8WQ postcode area that dispense money.
Schools
The nearest schools in the CR2 8WQ area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.
Shopping Centres
Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.
Police Stations
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Emergency Facilities
A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near CR2 8WQ.
Post Offices
Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.
Libraries
A useful list of lending libraries located in and around CR2 8WQ. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.
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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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CR28WQ Postcode Breakdown
| CRAREA | 2DISTRICT | 8SECTOR | WQUNIT |
| Full Postcode | CR2 8WQ |
| Latitude/Longitude | , |
| Postal Town | Croydon |
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| County | Outer London |
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| Country | England |
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| Area Classification | Urban with Major Conurbation |
CR28WQ Postal District
CR2 8WQ postcode is located in the postal town of Croydon. Croydon postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode CR2 8WQ.
| Carshalton | 2 miles W |
| Purley | 2.1 miles S |
| Kenley | 2.1 miles S |
| Whyteleafe | 2.2 miles SE |
| Croydon | 2.5 miles N |
| Sanderstead | 2.6 miles SE |
| South Norwood | 2.7 miles N |
| Addington | 3 miles E |
| Hackbridge | 3.2 miles NW |
| Coulsdon | 3.3 miles S |
| Shirley | 3.3 miles E |
| Banstead | 3.4 miles SW |
| Farleigh | 3.7 miles E |
| Thornton Heath | 3.7 miles N |
| Norwood | 3.8 miles N |
| London | 11 miles N |
| Glasgow | 349 miles NW |
| Edinburgh | 340 miles NW |
| Cardiff | 134 miles W |
| Liverpool | 186 miles NW |
| Southampton | 64 miles W |
| Saint Ives | 83 miles W |
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