CV6 1BF is a safe, established residential area on Barkers Butts Lane, 0.9km from Drapers Field in Coventry. Administratively it sits within Sherbourne ward and the Coventry North West constituency.
For renters and young professionals, CV6 1BF offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 41% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Coventry. Employment levels are high (52% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for CV6 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00185102 (shared with 2 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARKERS BUTTS LANE, CV6 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARKERS BUTTS LANE, CV6 1BF.
161
36
£ 47,900 /yr
68%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV6 1BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
CV6 1BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 36, 26% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 CV6 1BF. The average age is 35.9. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 137,000
17 sales · Mean £ 135,702
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CV6 1BF has low crime rates — 47 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
Moseley Primary School
St Osburg's Catholic Primary School
Barr's Hill School and Community College
Radford Primary Academy
Spon Gate Primary School
Hearsall Community Academy
Coundon Primary School
All Souls' Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
59 nearby- Salvation Army Community Cafe0.8 km
- Sewa Shakti0.7 km
- Deli Pap0.3 km
- Khalsa Aid International0.7 km
- Als Gongcha1.0 km
- + 54 more
Retailers - Other
31 nearby- Bargain Store0.4 km
- Holyhead Wine0.9 km
- Tema Market0.3 km
- Dirrty Vegan0.7 km
- Pauls Off Licence0.7 km
- + 26 more
Takeaway Shop
24 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.9 km
- Dragon Inn Catering Ltd0.6 km
- Hickory Chickory0.7 km
- Kebabish0.9 km
- Spon End Fish Bar0.7 km
- + 19 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- MOUNT GUEST HOUSE0.4 km
- The Telegraph Hotel0.9 km
- Coventry City Centre Premier Inn0.8 km
- Highcroft House0.5 km
- Merrick Lodge0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- Holyhead0.6 km
- Old Dyers Arms0.8 km
- THE GATEHOUSE0.8 km
- The Old Windmill0.9 km
- The Squirrel1.0 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons Supermarket0.6 km
- Freshways Cash and Carry0.8 km
- ALDI Supermarket0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coventry1.7 km
- Canley2.3 km
- Coventry Arena4.1 km
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Postcode Profile: CV61BF · Data under Open Government Licence