Unicorn Lane is in Coventry and in Coventry district. CV5 7LL 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 Unicorn Lane, Coventry, CV5 7LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV5 7LW, CV5 7LA, CV5 7JY, CV5 7RB, CV5 7JL, CV5 7LU, CV5 7LT, CV5 7JX, CV5 7LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CV5 7LL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.9% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51% | 48.1% | -2.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 37.7% | 38.1% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 38.6% | 0.0% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 5.5% | 0.5% | -5.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 9.3% | 2.9% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 43.3% | 41.4% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 39.7% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 15.9% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 14.4% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.7% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.6% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 11.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 16.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.9% | 33% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.1% | 91.2% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 9.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 2.1% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 87.4% 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 | 96.7% | 87.4% | -9.3% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 2% | 7.9% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 87.1% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.8% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 5% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Middle East | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.1% | 37.2% | -4.1% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Unicorn Lane was 34.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.3% lower than the Woodlands average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Unicorn Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Woodlands and the 238th lowest crime rate of 1,014 local areas in Coventry .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Forest Court Unicorn Lane, Coventry, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2025-04-22 | £123,000 |
| 45 Forest Court Unicorn Lane, Coventry, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2023-05-26 | £144,389 |
| 23 Forest Court Unicorn Lane, Coventry, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2023-02-24 | £128,522 |
| 5 Forest Court Unicorn Lane, Coventry, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2022-12-15 | £140,781 |
| 37 Forest Court Unicorn Lane, Coventry, West Midlands Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2022-11-29 | £139,675 |
CV5 7LL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in CV5 7LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 86 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Hill Primary School Lower Eastern Green Lane , Eastern Green CV5 7LR | 3out of 4 | 212 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Nod Primary School Greenleaf Close , CV5 7BG | 3out of 4 | 352 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Limbrick Wood Primary School Bush Close , Tile Hill CV4 9QT | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Allesley Hall Primary School Winsford Avenue , CV5 9NG | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School Mount Nod Way , Mount Nod CV5 7GX | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coventry Academy Nutbrook Avenue , CV4 9PW | 3out of 4 | 1,741 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Finham Park 2 Torrington Avenue , CV4 9WT | 3out of 4 | 2,079 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coundon Court Northbrook Road , CV6 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,882 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers Mitchell Avenue , CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 2,983 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westwood Academy Mitchell Avenue , Canley CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 2,983 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,632 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 | 2,034 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury Academy Kingsbury Road , CV6 1PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,295 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 | 3,108 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Warwick University House , CV4 8UW | - not rated | 3,347 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bablake School Coundon Road , Coventry CV1 4AU | - not rated | 3,893 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Love a Latte | 59-63 Alderminster Road, Coventry | 271 yd | |
| One Stop | 67 Alderminster Road, Coventry | 312 yd | |
| Minstrel Boy | 38 Buckingham Rise, Coventry | 714 yd | |
| Istanbul BBQ | 52 Jardine Crescent, Coventry | 977 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Unicorn | Scireborne Tavern, Unicorn Lane | 156 yd | |
| The Vale | Nod Rise, Coventry | 281 yd | |
| Minstrel Pub | 38 Buckingham Rise, Coventry | 714 yd | |
| Black Prince | The Black Prince, Jardine Crescent | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shurma Takeaway | 59 Alderminster Road, Coventry | 258 yd | |
| Jumbo House | 14 Unicorn Avenue, Coventry | 629 yd | |
| Unicorn Chippy | 94 Stonebury Avenue, Coventry | 894 yd | |
| Chicken Express | 40 Jardine Crescent, Coventry | 977 yd | |
| Jasmine | 142 Jardine Crescent, Coventry | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Welcome | 134 Sutherland Avenue, Coventry | 263 yd | |
| FARM FOODS | 102-108 Jardine Crescent, Coventry | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hill Primary School LOWER EASTERN GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Mount Nod Primary School GREENLEAF CLOSE | grass pitches | 334 yd |
| Limbrick Wood Primary School BUSH CLOSE | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| St John Vianney Catholic Primary School Mount Nod Way | grass pitches | 716 yd |
| Jardine Crescent Jardine Crescent | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Allesley Hall Golf Course ALLESLEY HALL DRIVE | golf | 1,093 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 30.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.