B78 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Ankerside, 0.8km from Polesworth in Polesworth. Administratively it sits within Polesworth East ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 46) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for B78 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00158235 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ANKERSIDE, B78 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ANKERSIDE, B78 1BS.
311
46
£ 45,200 /yr
46%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. B78 1BS spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1BS. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 235,000
1 sales · Mean £ 235,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B78 1BS has low crime rates — 15 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 Stores0.6 km
- Polesworth Convenience Store0.4 km
- Spar Shop0.6 km
- Revive Energy0.3 km
- M J Smith (Butchers) Ltd0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Dragon Edge0.9 km
- Polesworth Fish Bar0.5 km
- Wokaway0.6 km
- Spice Delight Ltd0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fosters Yard0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bulls Head0.8 km
- Polesworth Club0.5 km
- The Red Lion0.5 km
- The Spread Eagle0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cliffords0.6 km
- The Yard Spice0.9 km
- Little India0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polesworth0.3 km
- Wilnecote4.7 km
- Tamworth5.1 km
Bus Stops
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Goodere Drive0.2 km
- Orchard Close0.2 km
- Polesworth Rail Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B781BS · Data under Open Government Licence