It serves the residential area along Addiscombe Road to the east of the centre of the town of Croydon.

The tram stop is within the section of route where the tram line runs within Addiscombe Road, sharing road space with buses and local traffic.

The two platforms are located on each side of the two lane road, but are staggered laterally rather than being opposite each other.

London Buses routes 119, 194, 198 and 466 serve the tram stop.

[5] Free interchange for journeys made within an hour is available between trams and buses as part of Transport for London's Hopper Fare.