Postcode Analysis North Warwickshire, West Midlands

ABBEY CROFT, B78 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBEY CROFT, B78 1DQ.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 45,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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.

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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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4/10
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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 40, B78 1DQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

B78 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Abbey Croft, 0.5km from Polesworth in Polesworth. Administratively it sits within Polesworth East ward and the North Warwickshire constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k.

Census 2021 statistics for B78 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00158236 (shared with 8 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 1DQ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.5%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 245,000

1 sales · Mean £ 245,000

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

B78 1DQ has low crime rates — 23 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.

Anti-social behaviour21
Violence and sexual offences21
Vehicle crime7
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order5

school Local Schools

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The Nethersole CofE Academy

Inadequate268 pupils0.3 km
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The Polesworth School

Good1523 pupils1.3 km
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Birchwood Primary School

Outstanding440 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • A & A Premier Stores0.3 km
  • Monument Foodstore0.9 km
  • Polesworth Convenience Store0.1 km
  • Spar Shop0.2 km
  • M J Smith (Butchers) Ltd0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Dragon Edge0.6 km
  • Polesworth Fish Bar0.0 km
  • Wokaway0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Spice Delight Ltd0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Polesworth Club0.0 km
  • The Red Lion0.2 km
  • The Royal Oak0.7 km
  • The Spread Eagle0.0 km
  • The Bulls Head0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Little India0.6 km
  • Cliffords0.2 km
  • The Yard Spice0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op Late Shop0.0 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Fosters Yard0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Polesworth0.6 km
  • Wilnecote4.7 km
  • Tamworth5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Elizabeth Avenue0.1 km
  • Elizabeth Avenue0.1 km
  • Polesworth Fish Bar0.1 km
  • High Street0.1 km
  • High Street0.2 km