Postcode Analysis Solihull, West Midlands

BALSALL STREET, CV7 7AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALSALL STREET, CV7 7AP.

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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 7AP 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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, CV7 7AP combines high owner-occupation (77%), strong property values (£400k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 41.3% year-on-year.

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

CV7 7AP is a sought-after residential area on Balsall Street, 0.4km 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 7AP offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £400k, up 41.3% year-on-year. 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 7AP 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 7AP. 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

Semi-Detached

£ 357,000

9 sales · Mean £ 366,800

Terraced

£ 326,000

3 sales · Mean £ 375,666

Detached

£ 750,000

3 sales · Mean £ 753,333

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

CV7 7AP has low crime rates — 9 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 offences11
Vehicle crime5
Burglary2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Balsall Common Primary School

Outstanding713 pupils1.0 km
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Heart of England School

Good1257 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Oakes Farm Shop, Oakes Farm0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Willow House Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
  • G & G Bed And Breakfast0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Cafe Tamarinds1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Berkswell1.7 km
  • Tile Hill4.8 km
  • Hampton-In-Arden5.1 km