Postcode Analysis North Warwickshire, West Midlands

SPINNEY CLOSE, B78 1BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPINNEY CLOSE, B78 1BD.

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Population

315

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

B78 1BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 77% 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. Property prices are trending down 24.9% year-on-year.

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

B78 1BD is a sought-after residential area on Spinney Close, 0.4km from Polesworth in Polesworth and Dordon. Administratively it sits within Polesworth West ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.

For families considering a move, B78 1BD represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £159k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 24.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for B78 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00158242 (shared with 6 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 B78 1BD. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 207,000

2 sales · Mean £ 207,000

Flat

£ 100,000

6 sales · Mean £ 100,833

Terraced

£ 200,000

5 sales · Mean £ 175,600

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

B78 1BD has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Anti-social behaviour22
Other theft11
Public order6
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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The Polesworth School

Good1523 pupils0.5 km
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Birchwood Primary School

Outstanding440 pupils0.8 km
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The Nethersole CofE Academy

Inadequate268 pupils1.0 km
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Dordon Primary School

Good201 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • A & A Premier Stores0.6 km
  • Bardon Stores0.8 km
  • Monument Foodstore0.7 km
  • Polesworth Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Spar Shop0.6 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Dragon Edge0.3 km
  • Polesworth Fish Bar0.9 km
  • Wokaway0.6 km
  • Spice Delight Ltd0.3 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.3 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fosters Yard0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Birchmoor Working Mens Club0.9 km
  • The Bulls Head0.3 km
  • The Gamecock0.7 km
  • North Warwickshire Recreational Centre1.0 km
  • Polesworth Club0.9 km
  • + 3 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Cliffords0.6 km
  • The Yard Spice0.3 km
  • Little India0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op Late Shop0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polesworth1.4 km
  • Wilnecote4.0 km
  • Tamworth5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Dexter Way0.3 km
  • The Gullet0.3 km
  • Dexter Way0.3 km
  • Potters Lane0.3 km
  • Fairfields Hill0.3 km