Postcode Analysis Coventry, West Midlands

BORROWDALE CLOSE, CV6 2LQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BORROWDALE CLOSE, CV6 2LQ.

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Population

250

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 37,300 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: CV6 2LQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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7/10
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3/10
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9/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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2/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

CV6 2LQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 40, 77% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

CV6 2LQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Borrowdale Close, 0.8km from Whitmore Park in Coventry. Administratively it sits within Radford ward and the Coventry North West constituency.

For families considering a move, CV6 2LQ represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £152k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for CV6 2LQ are sourced from Output Area E00048710 (shared with 4 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 CV6 2LQ. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British70.9%
Asian / British Asian17.1%
Black / African / Caribbean6.0%
Other / Mixed6.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 139,750

14 sales · Mean £ 142,360

Detached

£ 129,000

1 sales · Mean £ 129,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

CV6 2LQ has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences84
Vehicle crime23
Anti-social behaviour14
Burglary14
Criminal damage and arson10

school Local Schools

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Whitmore Park Primary School

Good660 pupils0.5 km
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Hospital Education Service

Good5 pupils0.6 km
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Hill Farm Academy

Good530 pupils0.8 km
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St Augustine's Catholic Primary School

Good379 pupils0.8 km
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Keresley Grange Primary School

Good296 pupils0.9 km
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Joseph Cash Primary School

Good470 pupils1.0 km
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Christ The King Catholic Primary School

Good452 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good451 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • Babylon Euro Mini Market0.6 km
  • International Supermarket0.6 km
  • Javid Fresh Halal Meat0.9 km
  • Craftsman Drinks Express1.0 km
  • Johal Supermarket0.9 km
  • + 22 more
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • Coventrians RFC0.9 km
  • The Pilot0.3 km
  • Bell Inn0.9 km
  • Keresley Coronation Club0.7 km
  • The Old Shepherd0.5 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Jubilee Junction0.6 km
  • Food@Whitehall's1.0 km
  • Live Laugh Love Food Limited1.0 km
  • Maharaja Grill and Balti House0.3 km
  • The Ocean Indian Cuisine0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Dixy Chicken0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.6 km
  • Ann's Lite Bites0.8 km
  • China Delight0.9 km
  • Glentworth Fish Bar0.9 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Cooperative Supermarket0.8 km
  • Tesco Coventry 2 Express0.5 km
  • ASDA0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Coventry Arena2.4 km
  • Coventry3.8 km
  • Canley4.2 km