31,503TOTAL POPULATION
13,606HOUSEHOLDS
5.2%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£33,800AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CV12 POSTCODE REGION

Coventry (CV12)

The CV12 postcode area is located in the Coventry postcode town region, within the county of Warwickshire, and contains a total of 782 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the CV12 postcode area, including Atherstone, Bedworth, Coventry, Kenilworth, Leamington Spa, Nuneaton, Rugby, Shipston-On-Stour, Southam, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Warwick which come under the local authority of the Nuneaton and Bedworth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 15% of people in CV12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of CV12 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The CV12 postcode is located in the British Midlands, within Coventry and Warwickshire boundary.

It consists of five main areas Avery Hill, Stoke Heath, Binleywood, Willenhall, and Stretton-on-Dunsmore. Each of these areas is now considered part of western Coventry. All five postcode districts have the prefix ‘CV'.

The postcode is home to an eclectic mix of families, houses, single people, and caters to a wide range of industries. Residential areas in CV12 offer both large detached homes and bungalows with small gardens.

The area is well connected by public transport, Coventry railway station is the closest major station, with local bus services linking passengers to Coventry's main attractions.

For food and socialising, CV12 has a fine selection of local pubs, eateries, and restaurants. Popular destinations include the Pear Tree pub, the Grand Union restaurant, La Frimete, La Isla Bonita, and many more for visitors and locals to enjoy.

CV12 is home to an array of leisure attractions, such as the Coventry Canal, Coventry Sports and Leisure Centre, Abbey Theatre, and Coventry Transport Museum, along with other historic sites and a thriving arts scene.

The area boasts strong schools, including St Osburg's Roman Catholic Primary School, Aspil and Marlborough Primary, and Woodlands Primary School. For higher education, Coventry University, Warwickshire College and South Warwickshire College, are all in close proximity.

Local shops provide convenience to residents and include a variety of supermarkets, vendors, and independent stores. Stoke Heath Shopping Centre is another popular destination for people from the postcode region.

The area is also home to Whitley Common and Allesley Park Country Park, providing plenty of natural beauty to the community and a range of activities for outdoor lovers.

The CV12 postcode is a vibrant, diverse, and unique area of the United Kingdom. Whether it's restaurants, nightlife, leisure facilities, or education and employment options, there is something for everyone in the CV12 postcode.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 88%WORKING
  • 12%UNEMPLOYED

12% of people in CV12 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 15%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 30%DE

According to census records, 15% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 88%WHITE
  • 12%NON-WHITE

88% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CV12Warwickshire

Warwickshire

The county of Warwickshire

CV12 is located in the county of Warwickshire, in England.

Warwickshire has a total population of 556,800, making it the 39th largest county in the UK.

Warwickshire has a total area of 763 square miles, and a population density of 281 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Warwickshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeCV12
Postal TownCoventry
MSOA NameNuneaton and Bedworth 012
LSOA NameNuneaton and Bedworth 012B
CountyWarwickshire
RegionWarwickshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityNuneaton and Bedworth
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

CV12 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CV12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bedworth
Bedworth Heath
Bedworth Woodlands
Bermuda
Black Bank
Bramcote
Bramcote Mains
Bulkington
Burton Hastings
Coalpit Field
Collycroft
Coventry Canal
Griff
Marston Jabbett
Mount Pleasant
Ryton
Shelford
Weston in Arden
Whitestone
Wolvey
Browse Postcodes in CV12

Dig even deeper into the CV12 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:

Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (CV) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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