Is B46 1DQ a safe place to live?

Yes, B46 1DQ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 22 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in B46 1DQ?

The average property price in B46 1DQ is currently around £255k.

What is the population of B46 1DQ?

The population for the B46 1DQ area is approximately 227 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis North Warwickshire, West Midlands

CHRISTOPHER WAY, B46 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHRISTOPHER WAY, B46 1DQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

227

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10

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3/10

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6/10

workEmployment

9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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7/10

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5/10

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10/10

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Area Character

B46 1DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

B46 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Christopher Way, 0.3km from Water Orton in Water Orton. Administratively it sits within Water Orton ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.

For families considering a move, B46 1DQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for B46 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00158258 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B46 1DQ. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 43%

Unemployed: 2%

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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 235,000

2 sales · Mean £ 235,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

B46 1DQ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences28

Anti-social behaviour14

Public order10

Vehicle crime8

Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

Water Orton Primary School

Good313 pupils0.1 km

Castlewood School

Requires Improvement94 pupils1.3 km

Smith's Wood Primary Academy

Outstanding452 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby

Water Orton Cricket Club0.3 km
The Dog Inn0.4 km
The Digby0.1 km
Old Saltleians Rugby & Football Club0.6 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Wallace's Catering Ltd0.9 km
Gardeners Rest0.7 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

O'Connors food 4 U - Pizza Village0.8 km
Village Kitchen0.3 km
Water Orton Pizza0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Water Orton0.3 km
Coleshill Parkway2.3 km
Lea Hall4.9 km

Bus Stops

Hargrave Close0.3 km
Hargrave Close0.3 km
Water Orton Railway Station0.3 km
Water Orton Railway Station0.3 km
Water Orton Rail Station0.3 km