Postcode Analysis Solihull, West Midlands

FERNHILL LANE, CV7 7AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FERNHILL LANE, CV7 7AN.

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Population

305

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 56,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: CV7 7AN 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. CV7 7AN's low deprivation rank, 77% ownership, and £700k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £700k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

CV7 7AN is a sought-after residential area on Fernhill Lane, 0.2km from Balsall Street in Balsall Common. Administratively it sits within Meriden ward and the Meriden constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in CV7, CV7 7AN offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £700k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for CV7 7AN are sourced from Output Area E00051389 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV7 7AN. The average age is 45.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 700,000

7 sales · Mean £ 779,714

Semi-Detached

£ 730,000

1 sales · Mean £ 730,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CV7 7AN has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences6
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Balsall Common Primary School

Outstanding713 pupils1.2 km
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Heart of England School

Good1257 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • G & G Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
  • Willow House Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Oakes Farm Shop, Oakes Farm0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Berkswell2.0 km
  • Tile Hill5.1 km
  • Hampton-In-Arden5.1 km