CV8 1BZ is a sought-after residential area on Priorsfield Road, 0.6km from Castle Green in Kenilworth. Administratively it sits within Kenilworth Abbey & Arden ward and the Kenilworth and Southam constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in CV8, CV8 1BZ offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £430k, up 4.4% 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 CV8 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00159366 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRIORSFIELD ROAD, CV8 1BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRIORSFIELD ROAD, CV8 1BZ.
300
41
£ 56,300 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: CV8 1BZ 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. CV8 1BZ's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £430k 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 4.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for CV8 1BZ. The average age is 41.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 387,500
21 sales · Mean £ 404,280
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
CV8 1BZ has low crime rates — 8 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
Priors Field Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic Primary School
St Nicholas CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Abbey Field0.8 km
- Old Bakery Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Harringtons on the Hill0.7 km
- Kenilworth Castle ( English Heritage)0.7 km
- Queen and Castle0.7 km
- The Butchers's Bistro0.8 km
- Time for Tea Prossers0.7 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Royal Oak0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Kenilworth Cantonese0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Tile Hill4.4 km
- Berkswell5.7 km
- Canley5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cobbs Road0.2 km
- Cobbs Road0.2 km
- Clinton Lane0.2 km
- Amherst Road0.2 km
- Rose Croft0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: CV81BZ · Data under Open Government Licence