The Hiron is in Coventry and in Coventry district. CV3 6HS is located in the Cheylesmore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Coventry South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Hiron, Coventry, CV3 6HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV3 6HT, CV3 6GU, CV3 6HX, CV3 6GW, CV3 6HW, CV3 6GX, CV3 6HA, CV3 6HU, CV3 6HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CV3 6HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 51.7% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.3% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of CV3 6HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.3% | 24.5% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 66.4% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 22.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 2.9% | -6.0% | 9.1% | -6.2% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 5.4% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.3% | 55.3% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 30.6% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 12.5% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 11.9% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 6.1% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 11.5% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 12.9% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 49.6% | 12.1% | 33.8% | 15.8% |
| Other | 7.3% | 2.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 49.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 12% | 26.9% | 14.9% | 3.1% | 23.8% |
| Pakistani | 7.5% | 5.8% | -1.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Other Asian | 5.1% | 4.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 2.1% | 1.1% | -1.0% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 64.2% | 49.6% | -14.6% | 81.4% | -31.8% |
| Other | 0.9% | 4.4% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% |
In this area, 76.7% 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 | 85.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.6% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3% | 5.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 2.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9% | 11.7% | 2.7% | 5.6% | 6.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 83.4% | 76.7% | -6.7% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 18.3% | 18.3% | 9.8% | 8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 1.4% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.1% | 0.8% | -10.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 3.1% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13.7% | 37.2% | -23.5% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 13.1% | 6.5% | 6.6% |
| Sikh | 26.8% | 0.9% | 25.9% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Hiron was 54.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.9% lower than the Cheylesmore average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
The Hiron has the 39th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Cheylesmore and the 414th lowest crime rate of 1,014 local areas in Coventry .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Hiron, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-11-10 | £324,561 |
| 53 The Hiron, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2021-06-16 | £260,566 |
| 9 The Hiron, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-01-29 | £368,929 |
| 55 The Hiron, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-11-15 | £341,847 |
| 7 The Hiron, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2019-02-28 | £408,354 |
CV3 6HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfields Nursery School Clifton Street , Hillfields CV1 5GR | 4out of 4 | 2,508 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Park Primary School Ulverscroft Road , Cheylesmore CV3 5EZ | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stivichall Primary School Coat of Arms Bridge Road , CV3 6PY | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School Strathmore Avenue , CV1 2AF | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlsdon Primary School Earlsdon Avenue North , CV5 6FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School Knoll Drive , Styvechale CV3 5DE | 3out of 4 | 1,406 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Coat Church of England School and Music College Terry Road , CV1 2BA | 3out of 4 | 1,681 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finham Park School Green Lane , CV3 6EA | 4out of 4 | 1,933 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sidney Stringer Academy 2 Primrose Hill Street , CV1 5LY | 4out of 4 | 2,134 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitley Academy Abbey Road , Whitley CV3 4BD | - not rated | 2,298 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barr's Hill School and Community College Radford Road , CV1 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hereward College of Further Education Bramston Crescent , Tile Hill Lane CV4 9SW | - not rated | 4,808 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Henry VIII School Warwick Road , Coventry CV3 6AQ | - not rated | 595 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coventry Speech and Language Service Co Manor Park Primary School Ulverscroft Road , Cheylesmore CV3 5EZ | - not rated | 617 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Coventry Youth Offending Service Christchurch House , Greyfriars Lane CV1 2GY | - not rated | 1,267 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coventry University Priory Street , CV1 5FB | - not rated | 1,610 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bablake Junior and Pre-prep School Coundon Road , Coventry CV1 4AU | - not rated | 2,249 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Locco | 139 Daventry Road, Coventry | 422 yd | |
| Sonargaon Tandoori | 153 Daventry Road, Coventry | 433 yd | |
| The Bistro | War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road | 672 yd | |
| The Sundae Club | War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road | 672 yd | |
| Park Gelato | War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coventry Masonic Hall | 165 Warwick Road, Coventry | 431 yd | |
| Open Arms | The Open Arms, Daventry Road | 449 yd | |
| Cheylesmore Social Club | Quinton Park, Coventry | 724 yd | |
| Three Spires Bowling Club | Morningside, Coventry | 770 yd | |
| The New Haven | Dillotford Avenue, Coventry | 852 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | 9 Quinton Parade, Coventry | 381 yd | |
| Cheylesmore Foods | 125-127 Daventry Road, Coventry | 433 yd | |
| Burger Boi | 48 Daventry Road, Coventry | 449 yd | |
| New Mayflower House | 46 Daventry Road, Coventry | 449 yd | |
| Poseidon Fish Bar | 44 Daventry Road, Coventry | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarra Foods | 149-151 Daventry Road, Coventry | 433 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manor Park Primary School ULVERSCROFT ROAD | grass pitches | 604 yd |
| King Henry Viii School WARWICK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 687 yd |
| King Henry Viii Preparatory School Kenilworth Road | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 761 yd |
| War Memorial Park Kenilworth Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 986 yd |
| Spencer Park SPENCER AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,034 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 | 79.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.