Sell land in Croydon
Thinking about whether to sell land in Croydon? A free appraisal tells you what we'd pay and how we got there, with no obligation to go further.
Croydon lies in Greater London, some 9 miles south of central London. Nearby, we also look at land around South Croydon (1 mile), Wallington (3 miles) and Carshalton (3 miles).
- Free appraisal and written offer
- No commission: we're the buyer
- Figures you can check
Selling land near Croydon?
Send the postcode and a rough size.
Croydon at a glance
Land is scarce and mostly brownfield. The outer boroughs contain Metropolitan Green Belt and metropolitan open land, both closely protected.
| Town | Croydon |
|---|---|
| County | Greater London |
| Country | England |
| Postcode district | CR0 |
| OS grid square | TQ36 |
| Nearest towns we cover | South Croydon (1 mi), Wallington (3 mi), Carshalton (3 mi) |
| Distance from central London | About 9 miles south |
| Planning system | National Planning Policy Framework and local plan |
| Ways to sell | Outright, subject to planning, option or joint venture |
Land we buy in Croydon
Each page explains what we look for, what affects the price and the rules that apply.
Land with development potential
Rural and agricultural land
Plots and small sites
Brownfield and commercial land
Awkward and inherited land
Nearby towns we cover
Distances and directions are measured from Croydon.
| Town | Postcode district | OS grid square | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Croydon | CR0 | TQ36 | 1 mi south |
| Wallington | SM6 | TQ26 | 3 mi south-west |
| Carshalton | SM5 | TQ26 | 3 mi west |
| Mitcham | CR4 | TQ26 | 3 mi north-west |
| Purley | CR8 | TQ36 | 3 mi south |
| Streatham | SW16 | TQ27 | 3 mi north-west |
Rules that apply in England
Biodiversity net gain
Under the Environment Act 2021, most developments in England must deliver at least a 10% gain in biodiversity. Since 6 August 2026, sites of 0.2 hectares or less are exempt unless priority habitat is affected.
Flood risk
Environment Agency flood maps and the sequential test steer new homes away from areas at highest risk of flooding.
Tax on the sale
The buyer pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. As the seller you may owe capital gains tax, and some commercial land carries VAT. Take advice from an accountant.
How a sale works
Send us the address
A postcode, a plan or a what3words location is enough to start.
We do the homework
We read the title and planning record and check flood risk and access.
We put an offer in writing
It shows how we got there. There's no obligation to accept.
Solicitors complete the sale
Exchange and complete, or exchange now and complete when planning is granted.
What people ask us about land
Do you buy land in Croydon?
Yes. We consider land in and around Croydon and across Greater London. Whether we can make an offer depends on the land itself, especially its access and planning prospects, and we'll tell you either way.
How do I get an offer for land in Croydon?
Use the form on this page or call 0800 088 6248. Tell us the postcode, the rough size and anything you know about planning, and we'll come back to you.
What kinds of land do you buy?
Fields and paddocks near towns and villages, building plots, garden land, brownfield and small commercial sites, garage courts, barns and rural buildings, larger strategic sites, and land with awkward problems such as poor access.
Can I sell land without planning permission?
Yes. Land without consent is bought and sold every day. The question is whether you want a lower price now or a higher price later that depends on permission being granted.
Find out what we'd pay for your land near Croydon
Send the postcode and a rough size. We'll check the title and planning position and come back to you.