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Hillcrest Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

Hillcrest is a miscellaneous not applicable school in London, Croydon , serving pupils aged 11-16. Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

11-16

Age range

Hillcrest Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for Hillcrest?

The catchment area for Hillcrest is the geographic zone Croydon uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Croydon publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for Hillcrest is set by Croydon and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Croydon before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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Hillcrest: School Information

Full address
101 Central Hill, Upper Norwood, London, SE19 1BY
Local authority
Croydon
School type
Miscellaneous
Phase of education
Not applicable
Age range
11-16 years
DfE URN
133247

Other Not applicable Schools in London

If Hillcrest is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in London are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to Hillcrest by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: Hillcrest

What is the catchment area for Hillcrest?

The catchment area for Hillcrest is the geographic zone Croydon uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Croydon publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is Hillcrest oversubscribed?

Hillcrest has a capacity of N/A places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Croydon.

What is the admissions policy for Hillcrest?

Admission to Hillcrest is managed by Croydon. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does Hillcrest cover?

Hillcrest is a not applicable school in London, Croydon, serving pupils aged 11-16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

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