CV22 5DS is a lively urban neighbourhood located 0.5km from Rugby in Rugby. Administratively it sits within Eastlands ward and the Rugby constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Average age 24 — a clear signal of a student and young renter community, typically with strong café and nightlife culture nearby. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 114 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for CV22 5DS are sourced from Output Area E00186841 (shared with 29 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CV22 5DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CV22 5DS.
801
24
£ 49,700 /yr
17%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV22 5DS 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
CV22 5DS is a student and graduate zone — average age 24, 50% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Higher crime warrants awareness — HMO density and nightlife are likely contributors.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV22 5DS. The average age is 23.6. 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 around CV22 5DS is above average at 114 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Marie's Catholic Primary School
Lawrence Sheriff School
Oakfield Primary Academy
Rugby Free Secondary School
Quest Academy
Rokeby Primary School
Harris Church of England Academy
Northlands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
54 nearby- The Card Factory0.6 km
- Acasa La Romani0.7 km
- Clifton Mini Market0.6 km
- Gallachers Fine Wines Ltd0.7 km
- Greggs0.6 km
- + 49 more
Pub, NightClub
34 nearby- BAR80.7 km
- Midas Lounge0.6 km
- The Distillery Bar and Kitchen0.7 km
- The Merchants Inn0.4 km
- Town & County Club0.7 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
61 nearby- The Artizzan0.4 km
- Bacco Lounge0.7 km
- Bombay Tandoori0.6 km
- Caffe Nero0.6 km
- Clifton Cafe0.6 km
- + 56 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Hussain and Sons Superstore0.9 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.6 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Arihant foods ltd0.6 km
- Krakus Supermarket Limited0.6 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- J's Takeaway1.0 km
- MARMARIS0.6 km
- Pizza Delicious UK Ltd0.6 km
- Pizza Hut0.7 km
- Snappy Tomato Pizza0.6 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Diamond House Hotel0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rugby1.5 km
- Long Buckby14.4 km
- Coventry17.6 km
Bus Stops
- Dickinson Court0.2 km
- Dickinson Court0.2 km
- St Maries RC Infant School0.2 km
- St Maries RC Infant School0.3 km
- St Cross Hospital0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CV225DS · Data under Open Government Licence