B78 1BQ is a safe, established residential area on Station Road, 0.7km from Polesworth in Polesworth. Administratively it sits within Polesworth East ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in B78, B78 1BQ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £340k, up 116.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B78 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00158233 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STATION ROAD, B78 1BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STATION ROAD, B78 1BQ.
320
47
£ 45,200 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates B78 1BQ — age 47, 88% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 116.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1BQ. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 368,000
2 sales · Mean £ 368,000
Detached
£ 170,000
1 sales · Mean £ 170,000
Semi-Detached
£ 335,000
7 sales · Mean £ 335,857
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B78 1BQ has low crime rates — 23 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Nethersole CofE Academy
The Polesworth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- A & A Premier Stores0.5 km
- Polesworth Convenience Store0.2 km
- Spar Shop0.5 km
- M J Smith (Butchers) Ltd0.5 km
- Tarrants Flowers0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Dragon Edge0.8 km
- Polesworth Fish Bar0.3 km
- Wokaway0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Spice Delight Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Polesworth Club0.3 km
- The Red Lion0.4 km
- The Royal Oak0.9 km
- The Spread Eagle0.3 km
- The Bulls Head0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Little India0.7 km
- Cliffords0.5 km
- The Yard Spice0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fosters Yard0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polesworth0.3 km
- Wilnecote4.7 km
- Tamworth5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Orchard Close0.2 km
- Goodere Drive0.2 km
- Elizabeth Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B781BQ · Data under Open Government Licence