Coventry

Coventry CV8 Postcode Insights

The CV1 postcode district is based in and around the city centre of Coventry, United Kingdom.

It was created in the early 2000s as part of the extended postcode system.The district covers Coventry city centre, part of the city's suburban area to the south of the River Sherbourne, including areas such as Cheylesmore, Earlsdon, Stivichall and Whitley.

The city centre and surrounding area is the home to Coventry University, Coventry Transport Museum, Coventry Cathedral, Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, Lady Godiva statue and an array of city centre shops, restaurants and other attractions.CV1 is served by two of Coventry's busiest railway stations, Coventry Station and Canley.

It is also well connected by buses and roads, including ringed roads, A45 and A46.The city centre is split into multiple neighbourhoods, each with its own unique characteristics.

Drapers Field is located near Far Gosford Street and is known for its pubs and restaurants alongside parks and open spaces.

Cheylesmore has a mixture of antique shops, pubs and supermarkets, and is known for its green spaces and 19th-century architecture.

Earlsdon is the longest established neighbourhood, with large Georgian properties and Edwardian buildings, and it is now a home to businesses and residential properties.

Whitley holds some of Coventry's most noteworthy industrial and engineering sites, such as Coventry Transport Museum and Triumph Motorcycles.The properties within CV1 area mainly consist of terraced, semi-detached, and detached houses, as well as some apartments, a few of which have recently been built.

It is a heavily populated area due to the university campus and its proximity to Coventry city centre.

The area is home to a high proportion of students, a mix of professionals, families with children and a range of socio-economic backgrounds.

The CV1 postcode district has a rich history due to the various diverse cultures present in the city.

People of all ethnic backgrounds have had an influence on the city which is reflected in its cultural mix and identity.

The area is served by various primary and secondary schools along with a range of amenities offering leisure activities for the community, such as sports centres, parks and recreation areas, Bell Green Pool, the Coventry Canal and local shops.

Miscellaneous

The CV8 postcode area is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, with attractions such as Kenilworth Castle, Hatton Country World, and the Coventry Motor Museum. The area also boasts a number of excellent schools, focusing on the arts, sciences, and technology. There are plenty of green spaces, parks, and gardens, providing residents with opportunities to explore wildlife and enjoy outdoor activities. The area is particularly popular due to its scenic and rural character, making it a charming and attractive place to live.

Deprivation

The age distribution in our postcode area offers a snapshot of its population composition, highlighting trends and diversity across different age groups.

Households by Deprivation Dimension

"Households by Deprivation Dimension" in the Census 2021 looks at how many households are deprived in one or more areas such as employment, education, health, or housing. It measures how many of these basic needs aren't fully met within a household, highlighting different levels of disadvantage.

Zero deprivation

59.5%

1 dimension

31.3%

2 dimensions

8.1%

3 dimensions

1.2%

4 dimensions

0%

 Line shows UK average.

Work & Employment

The work and employment statistics for Coventry Cv8 reflects the economic activities and job opportunities, which shapes the livelihoods of its residents.

Socio-Economics

The socio-economic classification shows that 23.8% of the population are in higher managerial, administrative, and professional occupations, while 24.6% are in lower managerial, administrative, and professional occupations. Intermediate occupations account for 11.9%, small employers and own account workers make up 9.8%, and lower supervisory and technical occupations are at 4.5%. Semi-routine occupations account for 7.8%, routine occupations are at 6.6%, and 4.9% have never worked or are long-term unemployed. Full-time students make up 6.6% of the population.

Income Levels

The average salary in the CV8 area is £29,629, which is slightly below the UK average of £29,669. Despite this, the area remains desirable due to its affordable housing, excellent transport links, and high quality of life.

Employment Rate

70%

population in work

Unemployment Rate

5%

of the CV8 population

Occupation

"Occupation" in the Census 2021 refers to the type of job a person does, including their role or profession. It categorises people based on the kind of work they perform, such as being a manager, skilled tradesperson, machine operative etc, helping to understand the workforce's makeup.

Managers, directors and senior officials

17.6%

Professional occupations

31.9%

Associate professional and technical occupations

14.8%

Administrative and secretarial occupations

8.6%

Skilled trades occupations

7.1%

Caring, leisure and other service occupations

6.4%

Sales and customer service occupations

5.3%

Process, plant and machine operatives

2.6%

Elementary occupations

5.8%

 Line shows UK average.

Hours Worked

"Hours Worked" in the Census 2021 refers to the number of hours a person usually works each week in their job. It includes categories like full-time (usually 31 or more hours) and part-time (less than 31 hours), helping to understand work patterns in the population.

Part time

30.3%

Part time (15 hrs or less)

12%

Part time (16-30 hrs)

18.4%

Full time

69.7%

Full time (31-48 hrs)

57%

Full time (49+ hrs)

12.6%

 Line shows UK average.

Unemployment History

This graph shows the unemployment history of the 5% of the population of Coventry CV8 aged 16 or older who were listed as being unemployed on Census Day (21st March 2021) by whether and when they were last empllyed.

Unemployed (less than 1 yr)

11.6%

Unemployed (more than 1 yr)

73.3%

Unemployed (never worked)

15.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Economic Activity Status

"Economic Activity Status" in the Census 2021 refers to whether people are working, looking for work, studying, retired, or otherwise not in the workforce. It shows who is employed, unemployed, self-employed, a student, retired, or unable to work, giving insight into the economic engagement of the population.

Economically active (exc students)

55.4%

Economically active (inc students)

2%

Retired

32%

Student

5.1%

Looking after home/family

2.7%

Sick or disabled

1%

 Line shows UK average.

Armed Forces

Percentage of people in the Coventry (CV8) district who have previously served in the UK Armed Forces. Note that the data excludes people who were currently serving in the UK armed forces on Census Day, 21st March 2021.

Previously served

55.4%

Reserve forces

53.9%

Reserve + regular forces

45.7%

Never served

10.5%

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NS-SEC Occupation

The National Statistics Socio-economic Classification (NS-SEC) shows people's socio-economic position in Coventry CV8, based on their occupation. The estimates are as at Census Day, which took place on 21 March 2021.

Higher Managerial

24.6%

Lower Managerial

24.4%

Intermediate Occupations

11.5%

Small Employers

10%

Lower Supervisory

4.1%

Semi Routine

7.6%

Routine

6%

Unemployed

4.9%

Full Time Students

6.9%

 Line shows UK average.

Property & Housing

Property and housing statistics for the Coventry CV8 postcode area defines the living conditions and accommodation in the neighbourhood.

House Prices and Affordability

The average house price in the CV8 postcode area is £250,000, which is below the UK average of £288,000. This makes the area relatively affordable compared to other parts of the country, while still offering a high quality of life with excellent amenities and transport links.

Housing and Property Types

The CV8 postcode area offers a variety of housing options. 34.9% of the properties are detached, 34.1% are semi-detached, 17.8% are terraced, 10.9% are flats, and 1.6% are bedsits. In terms of property sizes, 7% are 1-bed houses, 22.5% are 2-bed houses, 38% are 3-bed houses, and 31.8% are 4+ bed houses. This variety makes the area suitable for families, professionals, and retirees alike.

Tenure of Homes

The majority of homes in the CV8 area are owned outright, accounting for 45.7% of the properties. 31.8% are mortgaged, 7.8% are social rented, and 14% are private rented. This indicates a stable and established community with a significant proportion of homeowners.

House Types

Distribution of various house types, including detached, semi-detached, and terraced houses, across different the different postcode sectors in Coventry (CV8).

Detached

32.5%

Semi-Detached

34.2%

Terraced

15.3%

Flats

13.9%

Bedsits

1.9%

 Line shows UK average.

Size (Bedrooms)

This graph provides an insight into the distribution of house sizes in Coventry (CV8), showcasing the number of bedrooms across all properties in Coventry.

1 Bedroom

7.6%

2 Bedrooms

19.8%

3 Bedrooms

38%

4+ Bedrooms

34.6%

 Line shows UK average.

Number of Rooms

This graph provides an insight into the average number of rooms in properties within Coventry CV8 area. A room can be any room in a house apart from kitchens, bathrooms, toilets, halls/landings/conservatories and rooms used for storage.

1 room

0.7%

2 rooms

8.2%

3 rooms

18.9%

4 rooms

28.4%

5 rooms

24.3%

6 rooms

11%

7 rooms

5.3%

8 rooms

1.9%

9+ rooms

1.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Tenure

Tenure status of properties throughout the entire Coventry (CV8) postcode sector, presenting a breakdown of ownership, mortgage, rental, and other categories.

Owned Outright

49.2%

Mortgaged

29.8%

Shared Ownership

0.3%

Rented

6.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Household Size

The number of residents per household in the Coventry (CV8) district, offering insights into the demographic makeup of this postcode district.

1 person

0%

2 people

32.8%

3 People

36.6%

4 People

13.4%

5 People

13.8%

6 People

2.8%

7 People

0.5%

8 People

0.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Occupancy Rating (Bedrooms)

"Occupancy Rating (Bedrooms)" in the Census 2021 measures whether a household has more, fewer, or just the right number of bedrooms compared to what's needed for the number of people living there. A positive rating means extra bedrooms, zero means just enough, and a negative rating can indicate overcrowding.

Occupancy: +2 or more

52.2%

Occupancy: +1

31.5%

Occupancy: 0

15.5%

Occupancy: -1

0.7%

Occupancy: -2 or less

0.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Second Address Indicator

"Second Address Indicator" in the Census 2021 refers to whether a person has another address where they regularly stay, apart from their main home. This could include a second home, a place they stay for work, or a partner's home, indicating how people split their time between different locations.

No second address

94.3%

Second address in the UK

4.4%

Second address outside UK

1.3%

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Car or Van Availability

"Car or Van Availability" in the Census 2021 refers to the number of cars or vans available for use by members of a household. It indicates whether a household has access to one or more vehicles, or none at all, providing insight into transport options and dependency on personal vehicles.

No cars or vans

13.2%

1 car or van

39.6%

2 cars or vans

35.1%

3+ cars or vans

12.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Central Heating

"Central Heating" in the Census 2021 refers to whether a household has a central heating system and what type it is, such as gas, electric, or another source. It shows how homes are heated, indicating the comfort and energy efficiency of the housing.

No central heating

0.8%

Mains gas only

82.6%

Tank or bottled gas only

0.4%

Electric only

6.7%

Oil only

1.2%

Wood only

0.1%

Solid fuel only

0%

Renewable energy only

0.2%

District/communal network

0.2%

Other

0.2%

2 or more types (exc renewable)

6.7%

2 or more types (inc renewable)

0.7%

 Line shows UK average.

Education

Schools, education, and learning in the Coventry CV8 area are pivotal aspects that shape the development and future prospects of our community's young residents.

Highest Level of Qualification

"Highest Level of Qualification" in the Census 2021 refers to the most advanced qualification or degree a person has achieved. It ranges from no qualifications to advanced degrees like a master's or doctorate, helping to show the education level of the population.

No qualifications

10.2%

Level 1 and entry level

6.7%

Level 2 qualifications

11.1%

Apprenticeship

4.9%

Level 3 qualifications

15%

Level 4 and above

50.2%

 Line shows UK average.

School children & students

"Schoolchildren and Full-Time Students" in the Census 2021 refers to individuals who are either attending school or studying full-time at a college or university. This category includes young people in education and adults who are pursuing full-time studies.

Students

18.7%

Not a student

81.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Ethnicity

Ethnicity in Coventry CV8 contributes to its rich cultural tapestry, showcasing diversity and heritage within the community.

Ethnic Group

Range of ethnic groups in Coventry (CV8) postcode area, including Asian, Black, Mixed, White, and Other, providing a snapshot of the city's cultural diversity and demographics.

Bangladeshi

0%

Chinese

0.7%

Indian

1.6%

Pakistani

0.3%

African

0.1%

Mixed or Multiple

2.1%

White

93.9%

Arab

0%

Other

0.3%

 Line shows UK average.

Country of Birth

"Country of birth" in the Census 2021 refers to the country where a person in CV8 was born, regardless of their current nationality or where they live when the census took place. It refers to the country in which they were born.

United Kingdom

90.7%

EU countries

3.7%

Non-EU countries

0.5%

Africa

0.9%

Middle East and Asia

2.6%

Americas and the Caribbean

1.3%

Antarctica and Oceania

0.4%

British Overseas

0%

 Line shows UK average.

Length of Residence

"Length of residence" in the Census 2021 refers to the total amount of time a person born outside the UK has lived in the UK. It helps understand how long immigrants have been living in the country, whether continuously or in total over multiple periods.

Born in the UK

90.5%

10 yrs +

6%

5 - 10 yrs

1.3%

2 - 5 yrs

1.3%

Less than 2 yrs

0.9%

 Line shows UK average.

Year of Arrival

"Year of arrival" in the Census 2021 refers to the year when someone who wasn't born in the UK first came to live in the UK. It helps track when people who were born abroad started living in the country.

Born in the UK

90.1%

Arrived before 1951

0.2%

Arrived 1951 to 1960

0.4%

Arrived 1961 to 1970

0.9%

Arrived 1971 to 1980

0.6%

Arrived 1981 to 1990

0.5%

Arrived 1991 to 2000

1%

Arrived 2001 to 2010

2.4%

Arrived 2011 to 2013

0.6%

Arrived 2014 to 2016

1.1%

Arrived 2017 to 2019

1.6%

Arrived 2020 to 2021

0.6%

 Line shows UK average.

Passports Held

"Passports held" in the Census 2021 means the number and types of passports people in CV8 have. This shows the countries or nations where they have citizenship or the right to travel freely. It could include passports from the UK, other countries, or multiple countries.

No passport

0%

United Kingdom

88%

Ireland

0.9%

Other Europe

2.7%

Africa

0.2%

Middle East and Asia

0.2%

Americas and the Caribbean

0%

Antarctica and Oceania

0.1%

British Overseas Territories

0.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Age of Arrival in the UK

"Age of Arrival in the UK" in the Census 2021 indicates how old a person was when they first came to live in the UK if they were born in another country. It helps to understand at what stage of life they moved to the UK.

Born in the UK

90.5%

Aged 0 to 4 years

1.5%

Aged 5 to 7 years

0.4%

Aged 8 to 9 years

0.4%

Aged 10 to 14 years

0.5%

Aged 15 years

0%

Aged 16 to 17 years

0.4%

Aged 18 to 19 years

0.7%

Aged 20 to 24 years

1.1%

Aged 25 to 29 years

1.7%

Aged 30 to 44 years

2.2%

Aged 45 to 59 years

0.3%

Aged 60 to 64 years

0%

Aged 65 to 74 years

0%

Aged 75 to 84 years

0%

Aged 85 to 89 years

0%

Aged 90 years and over

0%

 Line shows UK average.

Income

Income in Coventry CV8 provides a crucial insight into economic dynamics, reflecting earning levels and financial well-being among residents. Understanding income distribution is key to addressing economic disparities and shaping community initiatives.

Health

Health in the Coventry CV8 postcode sector is a vital indicator of well-being, reflecting the overall physical and mental health of our community members.

General Health

"General Health" in the Census 2021 is a self-assessment where people rate their overall health as very good, good, fair, bad, or very bad. It provides a snapshot of how people perceive their physical and mental well-being.

Very good health

51.9%

Good health

33.3%

Fair health

11.4%

Bad health

2.6%

Very bad health

0.7%

 Line shows UK average.

Disabilities

"Disabilities (TS038)" in the Census 2021 refers to data collected about whether a person has a disability or health condition that limits their day-to-day activities. It includes whether these limitations are substantial and long-term, helping to understand the prevalence and impact of disabilities within the population.

Disabled

15.7%

Disabled (limited a lot)

5.3%

Disabled (limited a little)

10.4%

Not disabled

84.3%

Not disabled (long term condition)

9.1%

Not disabled (no physical or mental conditions)

75.2%

 Line shows UK average.

Transportation

Transportation in Coventry CV8 encompasses various modes and accessibility of travel, essential for the daily commute and connectivity of residents.

Car Ownership and Transport

Car ownership in the CV8 area is higher than the UK average, with an average of 2.48 cars per household compared to the UK average of 1.4. The area is well-served by public transport, with regular services from Coventry railway station to London and other cities. There is also easy access to the M6 motorway and Coventry Airport, making it convenient for commuters and travellers.

Car Ownership

Distribution of car ownership among households in Coventry (CV8), encompassing 'no cars,' '1 car,' '2 cars,' and '3+ cars,' providing a comprehensive snapshot of transportation patterns in the area.

No Cars/Vans

13.2%

1 Car

39.6%

2 Cars

35.1%

3+ Cars

12.1%

 Line shows UK average.

Method of Travel

"Method of travel" in the Census 2021 refers to how people usually get to work. It includes options like walking, driving, taking the bus, cycling, or using the train. This table describes resident's main mode of transport when commuting.

Work mainly at or from home

48.3%

Underground, metro, light rail, tram

0%

Train

0.5%

Bus, minibus or coach

1.1%

Taxi

0.1%

Motorcycle, scooter or moped

0.2%

Driving a car or van

38.4%

Passenger in a car or van

2.3%

Bicycle

1.6%

On foot

6.9%

 Line shows UK average.

Commuting Distance

"Distance Travelled to Work" in the Census 2021 refers to how far people in Coventry (CV8) usually travel from home to their workplace. It measures the length of their commute, whether it's a short walk or a long drive, helping to understand commuting patterns.

Less than 2km

9.4%

2km to less than 5km

3.3%

5km to less than 10km

15.4%

10km to less than 20km

8%

20km to less than 30km

3.9%

30km to less than 40km

0.8%

40km to less than 60km

0.9%

60km and over

1.2%

Works mainly from home

48.4%

 Line shows UK average.

Crime

Crime in Coventry CV8 provides insights into safety and security, impacting the overall quality of life for residents.

Crime Rate

The crime rate in the CV8 area is relatively low, with a ranking of 24219/32482 in the LSOA ranking, where 1 is the best and 32482 is the worst. This makes it a safe and secure place to live, which is an important consideration for families and individuals alike.

Crime statistics coming soon.