About us

With over 6,000 staff, including schools, Croydon Council is one of the largest employers in the borough and makes a significant contribution to the local economy.

We provide a wide range of services for our 390,000 residents as well as businesses and visitors, including services for children and adults, as well as environmental, cultural, sports, housing, planning and benefits services.

Our work is guided by clear values. We work as one team, are proud to serve our residents, and are honest and open in how we work. We take responsibility, support each other to grow, and value the different perspectives that make Croydon what it is.