B78 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Abbey Croft, 0.5km from Polesworth in Polesworth. Administratively it sits within Polesworth East ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.
Census 2021 statistics for B78 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00158236 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBEY CROFT, B78 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEY CROFT, B78 1DQ.
318
40
£ 45,200 /yr
51%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 40, B78 1DQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1DQ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 245,000
1 sales · Mean £ 245,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B78 1DQ 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
Birchwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- A & A Premier Stores0.3 km
- Monument Foodstore0.9 km
- Polesworth Convenience Store0.1 km
- Spar Shop0.2 km
- M J Smith (Butchers) Ltd0.2 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Dragon Edge0.6 km
- Polesworth Fish Bar0.0 km
- Wokaway0.2 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Spice Delight Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Polesworth Club0.0 km
- The Red Lion0.2 km
- The Royal Oak0.7 km
- The Spread Eagle0.0 km
- The Bulls Head0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Little India0.6 km
- Cliffords0.2 km
- The Yard Spice0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fosters Yard0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polesworth0.6 km
- Wilnecote4.7 km
- Tamworth5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Elizabeth Avenue0.1 km
- Elizabeth Avenue0.1 km
- Polesworth Fish Bar0.1 km
- High Street0.1 km
- High Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: B781DQ · Data under Open Government Licence