Population groups
This section describes population health needs for groups that share common characteristics such as age, particular demographics, vulnerabilities, or localities.
People who share common characteristics such as age, sex and ethnicity often have similar health needs. This section gives an overview of health needs of different population groups in Croydon like looked after children and children with special educational needs.
| Last updated | Date to be reviewed / updated | |
| Croydon SEND and AP Local Area Strategy 1 | January 2024 | 2025/26 |
| Children Looked After Health Needs Assessment | July 2021 | 2025/26 |
| Children, young people and families in Croydon (a rapid needs assessment) Children, young people and families in Croydon (summary) |
April 2023 | 2027/28 |
| Health of Croydon’s School-Aged Children | August 2017 | 2023/24 |
| OHID – Child and Maternal Health reports for Croydon | (live link, checked Apr 2024) | (live link, checked Apr 2024) |
| OHID – Fingertips Child Weight Profile | (live link, checked Apr 2024) | (live link, check Apr 2025) |
| OHID – Patterns and Trends in Child Obesity (2022-23) | February 2024 | February 2025 |