Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ Thornton Heath is a district of South London, England, within the London Borough of Croydon. It is around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) north of the town of Croydon, and 7.2 miles (11.6 km) south of Charing Cross. Prior to the creation of Greater London in 1965, Thornton Heath was in the County Borough of Croydon. “
Is the local life vibrant in Thornton Heath
Thornton Heath is full of life and things to do. We suggest looking at Timeout for their weekly Thornton Heath event listings to find local activities. Here’s a convenient link to see their upcoming happenings.
Having a good grasp of what’s in Thornton Heath and where helps get situated when moving. Our map compiles property price points and other details from this article to outline what’s available in Thornton Heath.
The facilities you might need in Thornton Heath
We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in Thornton Heath name before moving in the neighbourhood.
In Thornton Heath, what tube and train stations are nearby?
Train and tube stations in Thornton Heath can provide you with direct links to nearby cities and hence, they are a desirable feature for people when deciding on a place to live. Those who move into a city with direct transport links are able to travel further for work and will maybe spend less time commuting. Find a table below about where these transport links are:
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Heath | United Kingdom | 3.5 | 49 |
Schools around Thornton Heath
Having a nearby school is ideal when relocating. Below is a list of schools located within Thornton Heath
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Fishers Day Nurseries | 89 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath | 4.7 | 33 |
| F Fo | Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Whitehorse Manor Schools – Brigstock Site | 129-133 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 1 |
| Allens Montessori Day Nursery | 47 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 1 |
| Keyboard Lessons | 73 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath, Croydon | N/A | N/A |
| Parchmore Pre-school | 53-55 Parchmore Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 1 |
| Scribbles Day Nursery | 30 Bensham Manor Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| The Little Flower Respite Home | 11A Jamaica Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Kumon Thornton Heath Pond Maths & English | West Thornton Community Centre, 731-735 London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.8 | 4 |
| Winterbourne Junior Girls’ School | Winterbourne Road, Thornton Heath | 3.6 | 24 |
| J and S Playhouse Ltd | 23 Heath Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 10 |
| Singing Lessons | 73 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath | 4.9 | 9 |
| Drum Lessons | 73 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 1 |
| Little Ann Day Nursery | 1 Whitehorse Lane, London | 3.7 | 3 |
| Nhs | Mayday Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 1 |
| Kids Paradise – Daycare & Preschool | Holy Saviour Church Hall, Saint Saviours Road, Croydon | 4.9 | 37 |
| Bensham Manor School | Ecclesbourne Road, Thornton Heath | 4.7 | 7 |
| Thornton Heath Nursery School | 51 Pridham Road, Thornton Heath | 5 | 21 |
| Loving Hands International Nursery School | 54 Leander Road, Thornton Heath | 4.5 | 15 |
| Ecclesbourne Primary School | Atlee Close, Thornton Heath | 4.1 | 12 |
How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in Thornton Heath?
Thornton Heath has 11 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croydon University Hospital | 530 London Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Croydon Clinic Moorfields Eye Hospital | Mayday House, 530 London Road, Thornton Heath | 3.2 | 17 |
| Brigstock Medical Practice | 141 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath | 2.4 | 150 |
| Parchmore Medical Centre | 97 Parchmore Road, Thornton Heath | 2.2 | 193 |
| Croydon PBC | 99 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Crownwise | 167 Brigstock Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Maternity Unit | Unnamed Road, London, Thornton Heath | 3.4 | 8 |
| NHS Parchmore Medical Centre | United Kingdom | N/A | N/A |
| Orchid Suite, Croydon Pelvic Floor Centre | 106 Mayday Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| The N H Way Ltd | 184 Parchmore Road, Thornton Heath | N/A | N/A |
| Cavendish House Medical Practice | 515 London Road, Thornton Heath | 3.5 | 8 |
Post offices in the area of Thornton Heath
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages easy. In a post office you can do things like exchange currency, post your packages, buy everyday items and even redirect your mail. It is likely you will use one at some point if you were to move in to the area so we have compiled the post offices nearby in a table below so you know if this area is the right place for you.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Heath Sub Post Office | 3-7 High Street, Thornton Heath | 3.9 | 83 |
| The Pond Post Office | 782 London Road, Thornton Heath | 3.7 | 63 |
| Allsorts and Post Office | 70 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath | 3.9 | 9 |
| Beulah Road Post Office | 70 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath | 4.1 | 8 |
Finding an estate agent in Thornton Heath
If our guide on Thornton Heath caught your eye, chances are you’re thinking about making the move. When the time comes, finding the right estate agent makes all the difference.
Cozee covers the wider London area, so whether you’re buying or renting, we’d love to help you find your perfect home in Thornton Heath.
Other nearby areas around Thornton Heath
Whenever you’re not sure about if you want to move into an area for sure, making sure that you have considered your other options is important to confirm a decision or perhaps sway you in another direction. Find some other nearby regions to help you make a decision about Thornton Heath.
Some great things about Thornton Heath
At Cozee we looked at elements defining the area like restaurants, nightlife, parks, and more. Whether you’re a foodie or night owl, Thornton Heath has something for you. Check out spots below to get a feel for life in Thornton Heath.
The types of restaurants
The below table gives you a good idea of what kind of options there are for eating out. In Thornton Heath, you may find things like Italian, Chinese or even Indian takeouts. Take a look below if you are visiting or want to move here if eating out is a big deal for you.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald’s | 935, 943 London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 4324 |
| Melfort Fish Bar | 7 Melfort Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 185 |
| Tandoori Corner | 770 London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 328 |
| The First Choice | The first choice, 147 Bensham Manor Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 46 |
| Kebabi | 6, Brigstock Parade, London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 146 |
| Santosh | 830 London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 110 |
| Best Choices | 17 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 17 |
| Tasty African Food | 99 Parchmore Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 139 |
| Efie Ne Fie | 50 High Street, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 67 |
| Koover | 29 High Street, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 85 |
| Chicken Cottage | 37 High Street, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 160 |
| Morley’s Beulah | 58 Beulah Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 139 |
| KuKu Kebab House | 46 Thornton Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 300 |
| Wong Kei Chinese | 49 High Street, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 84 |
| Jam Rock Restaurant & Bar | 9-11 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 172 |
| Adwoa’s Kitchen Ghanaian Restaurant | 314 Whitehorse Road, Croydon | 4.3 | 24 |
| Halwa Poori House | 1033 London Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 765 |
| Blue & Orange Restaurant | 85 High Street, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 660 |
| Emek Kebab | 19 Whitehorse Lane, London | 4.3 | 441 |
| Sugar & Spice | 5 Woodville Road, Thornton Heath | 4.3 | 3 |
Museums & Galleries in the area
Art helps discover an area’s culture. Galleries and museums are great weekend enjoyment and you can find where all the fun is happening by checking out the museum and galleries table for Thornton Heath below.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| CH Spurgeon’s sisters gravestone | Queen’s Road, Croydon | N/A | N/A |
| Gravestone of CH Spurgeon’s parents | Queen’s Road, Croydon | N/A | N/A |
What are the range of supermarkets like?
Grocery shopping is another important activity you will do if you move into the area of Thornton Heath. In the below table, we go over the nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s so you know what the area has to offer for your food shop.
| Supermarket/Grocery store name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Londis Supermarket | 154 – 158 Lee High Road, London | 4.1 | 73 |
| Lidl | 104 -120 Lee High Road, London | 4.3 | 2192 |
| Tesco Express | Meridian South Development, Hither Green Lane, London | 3.7 | 60 |
| Nisa Local Hither Green | 2-6 Staplehurst Road, London | 4.2 | 55 |
| Sainsbury’s Local | 9 Staplehurst Road, London | 3.6 | 79 |
| Hither Green Supermarket | 258-260 Hither Green Lane, London | 4.2 | 95 |
| DMT Supermarket | 162 Manor Lane, London | 2.5 | 2 |
| Morrisons Daily- Catford | Brownhill Road, London | 3.4 | 85 |
| M&S Simply Food | 193-205 Lee High Road, London | 3.3 | 31 |
| Costcutter | 183-185 Lee High Road, London | 3.9 | 85 |
| Sainsbury’s | 14 Burnt Ash Road, London | 4.2 | 2364 |
| Budgens | 357-361 Lewisham High Street, London | 5 | 1 |
Are there any good pubs in Thornton Heath?
As Londoners at Cozee, we cherish our weekly visits to the local pub. Why not embrace the same in your new living space? We’ve diligently tested and reviewed all the pubs in Thornton Heath – well, not literally, but we wish we had! Here’s our list of the finest pubs in Thornton Heath.
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Moon Under Water | 1327 London Road Norbury SW16 4AU | This JD Wetherspoon pub serves the shopping centre of Norbury on one side and the residential areas of Pollards Hill on the other. |
Parks and green spaces in Thornton Heath
One of London’s best features is the large array of public parks and green spaces. See if Thornton Heath offers room to explore and maybe take your dog for a walk.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
Gyms in Thornton Heath
Working from home means more gym time for many. With chains like EasyGym and PureGym, it’s easy to stay fit in Thornton Heath.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sports Centre | 32 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 788 |
| Virgin Active | Shell-Mex House, 80 Strand, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Gymbox Holborn | 100 High Holborn, London | 4.3 | 340 |
| Nuffield Health Covent Garden Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | 9 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Fitness First | 6 Bedford Street, London | 4.3 | 345 |
| Yogarise Covent Garden – Yoga classes in Covent Garden, London | 13 Mercer Street, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Jubilee Hall Gym | 30 The Piazza, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Covent Garden Physiotherapy | Ground Floor, Durham House, 1 Durham House Street, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| PureGym London Waterloo | 11-15 Brad Street, London | 4.3 | 234 |
| Body Control Pilates | 35 Little Russell Street, London | 4.3 | 36 |
| The Health Club at One Aldwych | One Aldwych Hotel, 1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London | 4.3 | 16 |
| CryoAction Limited | 71-75 Shelton Street, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| The Gym Group London Charing Cross | 17-21 Northumberland Avenue, London | 4.3 | 227 |
| Fujian White Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi – Covent Garden & West End | Green Dragon House, 23 Stukeley Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Digme Fitness Covent Garden | 4-10 Tower Street, London | 4.3 | 150 |
| Boom Cycle – Holborn | 16 Procter Street, London | 4.3 | 91 |
| The Gym Group London Holborn Circus | 1 Thavies Inn, Holborn Circus, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Central Health Physiotherapy | Quality House, 5-9 Quality Court, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Tranquility Pilates Studio Ltd | 16-18, New Bridge Street, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| ESPA Life at Corinthia | Whitehall Place, London | 4.3 | 246 |
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Last Updated on March 26, 2026