Postcode Analysis Coventry, West Midlands

LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DS.

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Population

764

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 33,600 /yr

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Employed

13%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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1/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British32.9%
Asian / British Asian31.5%
Black / African / Caribbean24.9%
Other / Mixed10.7%

Economic Activity

13%Active
FT: 9%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences699
Shoplifting417
Other theft179
Public order176
Anti-social behaviour163

school Local Schools

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St Osburg's Catholic Primary School

Good207 pupils0.5 km
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Spon Gate Primary School

Good276 pupils0.6 km
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Barr's Hill School and Community College

Good847 pupils0.8 km
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Sidney Stringer Academy

Outstanding1450 pupils1.0 km
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Eden Girls' School Coventry

Outstanding598 pupils1.1 km
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Sidney Stringer Primary Academy

Outstanding417 pupils1.1 km
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Hearsall Community Academy

Good443 pupils1.2 km
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Hillfields Nursery School

Outstanding152 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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

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
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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