Princethorpe Way is in Binley, Coventry and in Coventry district. CV3 2QA is located in the Binley and Willenhall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Coventry South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Princethorpe Way, Binley, Coventry, CV3 2QA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV3 2QL, CV3 2RB, CV3 2QY, CV3 2QG, CV3 2PZ, CV3 2QN, CV3 2QZ, CV3 2ND, CV3 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CV3 2QA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.1% | 55.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 40.9% | 44.1% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24% | 27% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.9% | 38.6% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 3.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 12% | 16.7% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 23.5% | 13% | -10.5% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.5% | 30.2% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -18.2% |
| Good health | 23.8% | 34.3% | 10.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 29.8% | 22% | -7.8% | 12.7% | 9.3% |
| Bad health | 12.3% | 10.2% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 6.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around CV3 2QA this area, 30.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.9% | 30.1% | -17.8% | 18.2% | 11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 11.4% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 13.7% | 2.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 10% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 4.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.9% | 11.9% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 20.5% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -13.3% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.3% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 4.9% | 2.1% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2% | 6.1% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.9% | 81.3% | -9.6% | 81.4% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 80.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 80.1% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 6.1% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.6% | 4.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 7.7% | 5.3% | 5.6% | 2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.9% | 80.7% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 11.9% | 11.1% | 9.8% | 2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 1.2% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 61.6% | 46.2% | 15.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Princethorpe Way was 78.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.4% lower than the Binley and Willenhall average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Princethorpe Way has the 54th lowest crime rate of 109 local areas in Binley and Willenhall and the 415th highest crime rate of 998 local areas in Coventry .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 285 Princethorpe Way, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £202,500 | 2024-11-26 | £205,683 |
| 305 Princethorpe Way, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2023-02-22 | £254,195 |
| 309 Princethorpe Way, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-06-29 | £247,907 |
| 277 Princethorpe Way, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-06-28 | £266,614 |
| 305 Princethorpe Way, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2021-03-15 | £188,260 |
CV3 2QA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in CV3 2QA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfields Nursery School Clifton Street , Hillfields CV1 5GR | 4out of 4 | 4,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Paradise Nursery School Station Street East , Foleshill CV6 5FR | - not rated | 4,952 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi Catholic School Langbank Avenue , Ernesford Grange CV3 2QP | - not rated | 211 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic School Langbank Avenue , Ernesford Grange CV3 2QP | 3out of 4 | 211 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sowe Valley Primary School Princethorpe Way , CV3 2QX | 3out of 4 | 219 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi RC Junior School Langbank Avenue , Ernesford Grange CV3 2QP | - not rated | 371 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi RC Infant School Langbank Avenue , Ernesford Grange CV3 2QP | - not rated | 371 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binley Woods Middle School Coombe Drive , Binley Woods CV3 2QU | - not rated | 3,627 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ernesford Grange Community Academy Princethorpe Way , CV3 2QD | 3out of 4 | 365 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesford Grange Community School Princethorpe Way , CV3 2QD | - not rated | 365 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Academy Abbey Road , Whitley CV3 4BD | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Abbey Business and Enterprise College Abbey Road , Whitley CV3 4BD | - not rated | 2,188 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadow Park School Abbey Road , Whitley CV3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 2,193 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry College 50 Swanswell Street , CV1 5DG | - not rated | 4,214 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City College Coventry 50 Swanswell Street , CV1 5DG | - not rated | 4,283 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coventry Technical College Butts , CV1 3GD | - not rated | 5,040 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seva School Link House , Eden Road CV2 2TB | 3out of 4 | 5,276 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank School Princethorpe Way , CV3 2QD | 4out of 4 | 270 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chace Extended Learning Centre Robin Hood Road , CV3 3AN | - not rated | 780 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Lodge School Lodge Road , CV3 1FU | - not rated | 1,831 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Baginton Fields School Sedgemoor Road , CV3 4EA | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baginton Fields Academy Sedgemoor Road , CV3 4EA | 3out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Academy | Ernesford Grange School And Community College, Princethorpe Way | 367 yd | |
| Vino Superstore Ltd | 88-90 Oxendon Way, Coventry | 560 yd | |
| Quality Cafe Ltd | 92 Remembrance Road, Coventry | 576 yd | |
| Eric's Cafe | Hagard Community Centre, Remembrance Road | 591 yd | |
| Godiva Enterprise, WEET Centre | 239 Robin Hood Road, Coventry | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willenhall Social Club & Institute | Willenhall Social Club, Robin Hood Road | 711 yd | |
| The Glade | The Glade Public House, Winnalthorpe | 761 yd | |
| Copsewood Sports & Social Club | The Pavilion, Allard Way | 908 yd | |
| Binley Banqueting Suite | Binley Private Members Club, 50 Grange Avenue | 914 yd | |
| Standard Bearer | 6 Santos Close, Coventry | 997 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 2 Quorn Way, Coventry | 354 yd | |
| Andy & Helens Fish Bar | 92 Remembrance Road, Coventry | 576 yd | |
| Kerala Cuisine | 431 St James Lane, Coventry | 635 yd | |
| Happy Cod | 431 St James Lane, Coventry | 635 yd | |
| Serena Spicies | 426 Dunsmore Avenue, Coventry | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ernesford Grange Community Academy PRINCETHORPE WAY | grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 371 yd |
| Corpus Christi Catholic School (Closed) Langbank Avenue | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| St Bartholomews Church Of England Academy BREDON AVENUE | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Willenhall Community Primary School ST. JAMES LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 825 yd |
| Ernesford Grange Primary School FOXTON ROAD | grass pitches | 900 yd |
| Alan Higgs Centre ALLARD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 920 yd |
| Copsewood Community Sports And Social Club ALLARD WAY | golf, grass pitches, tennis courts | 949 yd |
| John White Community Centre GRANGE AVENUE | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Fitness Factory 10-11 10-11 SANTOS CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 1,021 yd |
| Stoke Old Boys Rugby Football Club BROOKVALE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,062 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.