CV4 7BL is a sought-after residential area on Merynton Avenue, 0.6km from Canley in Coventry. Administratively it sits within Wainbody ward and the Coventry South constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CV4, CV4 7BL offers a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 42% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Coventry.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £453k, up 34.1% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for CV4 7BL are sourced from Output Area E00048947 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERYNTON AVENUE, CV4 7BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERYNTON AVENUE, CV4 7BL.
338
45
£ 45,200 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV4 7BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. CV4 7BL's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £453k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 34.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV4 7BL. The average age is 44.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 560,000
3 sales · Mean £ 546,666
Semi-Detached
£ 410,000
9 sales · Mean £ 400,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CV4 7BL has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cannon Park Primary School
Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School
Finham Park School
Stivichall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- One Stop0.9 km
- Bargain Buys0.7 km
- Canley Ford Service Station Esso0.8 km
- Seoul Plaza 80.7 km
- Premier0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Green Lane Ex Services Club0.9 km
- The Phantom Coach0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cannon Hill News0.3 km
- Fresh Coffee Co0.2 km
- COSTA0.7 km
- servest0.7 km
- Happy Lemon Cafe0.7 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Frydays Seafare0.9 km
- Subway0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!, Unit D0.7 km
- Sammys Dessert Cafe0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- ALDI Supermarket0.5 km
- Tesco Supermarket0.7 km
- Iceland0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Canley1.6 km
- Coventry2.8 km
- Tile Hill3.5 km
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Postcode Profile: CV47BL · Data under Open Government Licence