Shelfield Close is in Coventry and in Coventry district. CV5 7HR is located in the Woodlands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Coventry North West. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shelfield Close, Coventry, CV5 7HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV5 7HU, CV5 7HW, CV5 7HP, CV5 7HQ, CV5 7HT, CV5 7GU, CV5 7HY, CV5 7HZ, CV5 7GX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CV5 7HR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 CV5 7HR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 18.8% | 24.1% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -13.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 59.3% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 8.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 45% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.9% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 18.8% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 1.7% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.8% | 15.3% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.5% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 9.9% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 16.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 32.6% | 10.3% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 8.7% | 4.3% | 3.1% | 5.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| White | 94.2% | 87.2% | -7.0% | 81.4% | 5.8% |
In this area, 90.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 90.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 5.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -0.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.5% | 91.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.7% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8% | 0.3% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Sikh | 3.7% | 0.9% | 2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shelfield Close was 108.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.4% higher than the Woodlands average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Shelfield Close has the 2nd highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Woodlands and the 298th highest crime rate of 1,014 local areas in Coventry .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 68.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Shelfield Close, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £306,000 | 2024-08-12 | £319,655 |
| 8 Shelfield Close, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-04-12 | £261,419 |
| 25 Shelfield Close, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2021-12-20 | £316,727 |
| 31 Shelfield Close, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-09-10 | £295,468 |
| 29 Shelfield Close, Coventry, West Midlands Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-12-17 | £248,916 |
CV5 7HR 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 CV5 7HR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfields Nursery School Clifton Street , Hillfields CV1 5GR | 4out of 4 | 4,756 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School Mount Nod Way , Mount Nod CV5 7GX | 3out of 4 | 231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Academy Winsford Avenue , CV5 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 589 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Allesley Hall Primary School Winsford Avenue , CV5 9NG | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whoberley Hall Primary School Overdale Road , CV5 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 699 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Nod Primary School Greenleaf Close , CV5 7BG | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finham Park 2 Torrington Avenue , CV4 9WT | 3out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Coventry Academy Nutbrook Avenue , CV4 9PW | 3out of 4 | 2,058 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers Mitchell Avenue , CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westwood Academy Mitchell Avenue , Canley CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 2,465 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coundon Court Northbrook Road , CV6 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,800 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 | 1,480 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherbourne Fields School Rowington Close , CV6 1PR | 4out of 4 | 1,709 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury Academy Kingsbury Road , CV6 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,132 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The National Mathematics and Science College 2 The Oaks , Westwood Way CV4 8JD | - not rated | 2,652 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Warwick University House , CV4 8UW | - not rated | 2,657 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bablake School Coundon Road , Coventry CV1 4AU | - not rated | 3,173 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minstrel Boy | 38 Buckingham Rise, Coventry | 480 yd | |
| Cre8fun Ltd | 66 Elm Tree Avenue, Coventry | 508 yd | |
| Wing Wah | 583 Fletchamstead Highway, Coventry | 581 yd | |
| The Cube Coventry | Whoberley Community And Youth Centre, 62 Wildcroft Road | 608 yd | |
| Old Coventrians Rugby Football Club | The Old Coventrians Rugby Football Club, Tile Hill Lane | 671 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minstrel Pub | 38 Buckingham Rise, Coventry | 480 yd | |
| The Vale | Nod Rise, Coventry | 678 yd | |
| The Newlands | Tile Hill Lane, Coventry | 964 yd | |
| Highway Club | Highway Sports And Recreational Club, Fletchamstead Highway | 972 yd | |
| The Unicorn | Scireborne Tavern, Unicorn Lane | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allesley Park Fish Saloon | 7-9 Whitaker Road, Coventry | 635 yd | |
| Beech Tree Fish Bar | 39 Beech Tree Avenue, Coventry | 653 yd | |
| Allesley House | 6 Westmede Centre, Winsford Avenue | 697 yd | |
| Shurma Takeaway | 59 Alderminster Road, Coventry | 707 yd | |
| Sticky Fingers | 71 Winsford Avenue, Coventry | 752 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co - op | Cooperative Supermarket, Brookside Avenue | 749 yd | |
| Heart of England Co-Op | Cooperative Supermarket, 329-331 Tile Hill Lane | 754 yd | |
| Co-op Welcome | 134 Sutherland Avenue, Coventry | 983 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School Mount Nod Way | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| St John'S Church Of England Academy WINSFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 550 yd |
| Old Coventrians Rugby Club BROADLANDS CLOSE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 726 yd |
| Fletchamstead Highway Sports & Social Club FLETCHAMSTEAD HIGHWAY | grass pitches | 894 yd |
| St Christopher Primary School WINSFORD AVENUE | grass pitches | 960 yd |
| Mount Nod Primary School GREENLEAF CLOSE | grass pitches | 971 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.