CV21 1BU is a mixed residential area located 0.5km from Brownsover in Rugby. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Newbold and Brownsover ward and the Rugby constituency.
The people who live in CV21 1BU are typical of a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. The area has a notably diverse population — 31% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Rugby. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 83 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for CV21 1BU are sourced from Output Area E00187017 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CV21 1BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CV21 1BU.
265
34
£ 51,900 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV21 1BU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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. CV21 1BU spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (34) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV21 1BU. The average age is 33.5. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around CV21 1BU is moderate at 83 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Boughton Leigh Junior School
Boughton Leigh Infant School
Brownsover Community Infant School
Northlands Primary School
St Andrew's Benn CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Homesense0.5 km
- Londis0.4 km
- Saks Fusion Cuisine0.3 km
- Boots The Chemist (2)0.5 km
- Bow Fell Spar0.6 km
- + 15 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge Rugby Central1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Brownsover Hall Hotel0.7 km
- Cineworld0.5 km
- 50/50 Cafe Ltd0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Servest Food Co0.3 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Brownsover Fish Bar0.6 km
- Soni's Kitchen0.9 km
- Domino's Pizzas0.5 km
- Season Chinese Takeaway0.3 km
- Subway0.5 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Tesco Store/Garage0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer0.5 km
- Iceland Foods Limited0.5 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rugby1.0 km
- Long Buckby15.3 km
- Coventry Arena17.8 km
Bus Stops
- Reservoir Road0.2 km
- Crow Thorns0.2 km
- Reservoir Road0.2 km
- Crow Thorns0.2 km
- Douglas Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: CV211BU · Data under Open Government Licence