CV2 1BA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Mardol Close, 0.5km from Wyken Green in Coventry. Administratively it sits within Henley ward and the Coventry North East constituency.
For families considering a move, CV2 1BA represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An established, mature community with an average age of 70 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £187k, up 13.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for CV2 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00048605 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MARDOL CLOSE, CV2 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARDOL CLOSE, CV2 1BA.
200
70
£ 39,000 /yr
11%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV2 1BA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
CV2 1BA is a settled retirement community — average age 70, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV2 1BA. The average age is 70.4. 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
£ 165,000
8 sales · Mean £ 165,687
Detached
£ 165,000
1 sales · Mean £ 165,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CV2 1BA has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Henley Green Primary
Lyng Hall School
Castle Wood Special School
St John Fisher Catholic Primary School
Wyken Croft Primary School
Cardinal Wiseman Catholic School
Moat House Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Premier Store0.6 km
- Fresh Vibes0.5 km
- One Stop0.5 km
- Costcutter0.2 km
- Henley Green Food Hub0.2 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Eat Delicate0.7 km
- Jade Palace0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Joe's Masala Hut0.5 km
- The Hungry Elephant Bar & Grill0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Devonshire Arms1.0 km
- Broad Street RFC0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Eat Street0.6 km
- Moat House Cafe0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coventry Arena3.0 km
- Coventry4.6 km
- Bedworth5.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CV21BA · Data under Open Government Licence