CV1 1DS is a lively urban neighbourhood on Lower Precinct, 0.5km from Coventry in Coventry. Administratively it sits within St Michael's ward and the Coventry South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, CV1 1DS is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. By day, the area transitions to a shop until you drop character: major retail centres of national and regional significance. At just 25 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 48% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 67% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Coventry. Full-time employment stands at 9% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are high (294 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CV1 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00185075 (shared with 114 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DS.
764
25
£ 33,600 /yr
13%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV1 1DS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 48% social renting, CV1 1DS is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Above-average crime is a concern; estate-level variation can be significant.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV1 1DS. The average age is 25.3. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CV1 1DS are high at 294 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Osburg's Catholic Primary School
Spon Gate Primary School
Barr's Hill School and Community College
Sidney Stringer Academy
Eden Girls' School Coventry
Sidney Stringer Primary Academy
Hearsall Community Academy
Hillfields Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
102 nearby- Butts Service Station0.7 km
- Spon Gate News Convenience0.6 km
- Bai Xing0.1 km
- Londis Supermarket0.6 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- + 97 more
Pub, NightClub
40 nearby- Arches Venue0.9 km
- Broomfield Tavern0.9 km
- Railway Bar & Grill0.8 km
- Coventry Rugby Club0.8 km
- The Phoenix0.8 km
- + 35 more
Restaurant, Cafe
192 nearby- Studio Megastar0.9 km
- Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital0.8 km
- Crepe Fresh0.5 km
- CUC Mile Lane0.8 km
- PGR0.5 km
- + 187 more
Takeaway Shop
37 nearby- Rainbow Dragon0.8 km
- Quids Pizza0.8 km
- Ashion Sandwich0.4 km
- CEZAR PIZZA LTD1.0 km
- Coffee #10.6 km
- + 32 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
10 nearby- Ibis Coventry Centre Hotel0.7 km
- MOUNT GUEST HOUSE0.7 km
- Ramada Hotel & Suites0.5 km
- The Telegraph Hotel0.3 km
- Merrick Lodge0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Family Mart0.2 km
- One Beyond, Unit 20.2 km
- Marks & Spencer0.2 km
- Tesco0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coventry0.8 km
- Canley2.4 km
- Coventry Arena4.6 km
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Postcode Profile: CV11DS · Data under Open Government Licence