CR8
Croydon, London · Carshalton South & Clockhouse, Coulsdon Town, Kenley, Old Coulsdon, Portley & Queens Park, Purley Oaks & Riddlesdown, Purley & Woodcote, South Beddington & Roundshaw, Whyteleafe
History & heritage
CR8 lies within Croydon. Historically part of Surrey until becoming a London borough in 1965. Croydon Airport served as London's principal airport for international flights before Heathrow opened, and the area remains one of London's largest commercial centres outside the centre.
Key facts
- •Historically part of Surrey until becoming a London borough in 1965. Croydon Airport served as London's principal airport for international flights before Heathrow opened, and the area remains one of London's largest commercial centres outside the centre.