CV1 1DX 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 1DX 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 (308 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures.
Census 2021 statistics for CV1 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00185075 (shared with 114 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PRECINCT, CV1 1DX.
764
25
£ 33,600 /yr
13%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV1 1DX 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 1DX 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 1DX. 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
Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger renting crowd. The neighborhood has a low average age and high rental density compared to the national baseline.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near CV1 1DX are high at 308 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
Hillfields Nursery School
Hearsall Community Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
102 nearby- Butts Service Station0.7 km
- Spon Gate News Convenience0.7 km
- Bai Xing0.2 km
- Londis Supermarket0.7 km
- Co-op0.7 km
- + 97 more
Pub, NightClub
41 nearby- Arches Venue1.0 km
- Broomfield Tavern0.9 km
- Railway Bar & Grill0.8 km
- Coventry Rugby Club0.8 km
- Square One Entertainment Venue1.0 km
- + 36 more
Restaurant, Cafe
199 nearby- Studio Megastar1.0 km
- Coventry and Warwickshire Hospital0.7 km
- Crepe Fresh0.4 km
- CUC Mile Lane0.8 km
- PGR0.4 km
- + 194 more
Takeaway Shop
38 nearby- Rainbow Dragon0.8 km
- Harnall Lane Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Quids Pizza0.8 km
- Ashion Sandwich0.4 km
- CEZAR PIZZA LTD0.9 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
10 nearby- Ibis Coventry Centre Hotel0.7 km
- MOUNT GUEST HOUSE0.6 km
- Ramada Hotel & Suites0.6 km
- The Telegraph Hotel0.2 km
- Merrick Lodge0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Family Mart0.3 km
- One Beyond, Unit 20.1 km
- Marks & Spencer0.2 km
- Tesco0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Coventry0.8 km
- Canley2.5 km
- Coventry Arena4.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CV11DX · Data under Open Government Licence