B78 1BY is a safe, established residential area on Goodere Drive, 0.7km from Polesworth in Polesworth. Administratively it sits within Polesworth East ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.
For families considering a move, B78 1BY represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £269k, up 3.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for B78 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00158228 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GOODERE DRIVE, B78 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GOODERE DRIVE, B78 1BY.
354
41
£ 45,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
B78 1BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 95% 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 up 3.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for B78 1BY. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 267,500
11 sales · Mean £ 261,227
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
B78 1BY has low crime rates — 20 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Nethersole CofE Academy
The Polesworth School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- A & A Premier Stores0.5 km
- Polesworth Convenience Store0.3 km
- Spar Shop0.5 km
- M J Smith (Butchers) Ltd0.5 km
- Tarrants Flowers0.5 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Dragon Edge0.8 km
- Polesworth Fish Bar0.4 km
- Wokaway0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Spice Delight Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Polesworth Club0.4 km
- The Red Lion0.5 km
- The Spread Eagle0.4 km
- The Bulls Head0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Little India0.7 km
- Cliffords0.5 km
- The Yard Spice0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op Late Shop0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fosters Yard0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Polesworth0.3 km
- Wilnecote4.7 km
- Tamworth5.2 km
Bus Stops
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Ankerside0.1 km
- Goodere Drive0.2 km
- Orchard Close0.2 km
- Elizabeth Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: B781BY · Data under Open Government Licence