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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Croydon a good place to live?
Croydon is a good place to live. Croydon is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. Croydon has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $189,362 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Croydon are home owners, with 32% of residents renting and 68% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Croydon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Croydon neighborhood guide.
Is Croydon, CA a safe neighborhood?
Croydon, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Croydon?
The median home price in Croydon is $1,139,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $227,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.69%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,880 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $252K a year to afford the median home price in Croydon. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Croydon is $189K.
What are the best public schools in Croydon?
The best public schools that serve Croydon are:
- Branham High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Pioneer High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
- Leigh High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 24:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Croydon?
The best private schools that serve Croydon are:
- Stratford School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Stratford School Almaden has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.8.
- Stratford School - San Jose Middle School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.7.
What are the most popular zip codes in Croydon, San Jose, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Croydon, San Jose, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Croydon, San Jose, CA are Guadalupe Oak Ranch, Calderwood-Dellwood, Dartmouth, Almaden Lake and Dentwood-Southbridge.
Are home prices dropping in Croydon?
Yes, home prices in Croydon are down 20% in the last 12 months.
