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.
BORROWDALE CLOSE, CV6 2LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BORROWDALE CLOSE, CV6 2LQ.
250
40
£ 37,300 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV6 2LQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Whitmore Park Primary School
Hospital Education Service
Hill Farm Academy
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
Keresley Grange Primary School
Joseph Cash Primary School
Christ The King Catholic Primary School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
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
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
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Postcode Profile: CV62LQ · Data under Open Government Licence