CV4 7AE is a safe, established residential area on Leighton Close, 0.3km from Gibbet Hill in Coventry. Administratively it sits within Wainbody ward and the Coventry South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CV4, CV4 7AE offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. Outside of residential hours, high status management and administration, especially public sector. The predominance of young residents (average age 21) gives the area its energy — expect active social scenes, short tenancies, and regular neighbourhood turnover. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 45% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Coventry.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.
Census 2021 statistics for CV4 7AE are sourced from Output Area E00172150 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LEIGHTON CLOSE, CV4 7AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEIGHTON CLOSE, CV4 7AE.
3,124
21
£ 45,200 /yr
6%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV4 7AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CV4 7AE's low deprivation rank, 85% ownership, and £1.2M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV4 7AE. The average age is 20.6. 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: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,200,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CV4 7AE has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Woodfield
Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School
Cannon Park Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Academy Education0.5 km
- IMC Cafe0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Varsity0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Canley3.1 km
- Coventry4.0 km
- Tile Hill4.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CV47AE · Data under Open Government Licence