Abercorn Road is in Chapelfields, Coventry and in Coventry district. CV5 8ED is located in the Whoberley 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 Abercorn Road, Chapelfields, Coventry, CV5 8ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV5 8DX, CV5 8DY, CV5 8EA, CV5 8FE, CV5 8EE, CV5 8DZ, CV5 8FF, CV5 8EF, CV5 8FG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CV5 8ED is primarily male, with 56.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 43.6% | -7.8% | 51.0% | -7.4% |
| Male | 48.6% | 56.4% | 7.8% | 49.0% | 7.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around CV5 8ED, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 59.4% | 51.1% | -8.3% | 37.9% | 13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.8% | 30.7% | 6.9% | 44.2% | -13.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 11.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 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 | 53% | 51.1% | -1.9% | 48.4% | 2.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 29.3% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 11.8% | 2.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 5.4% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 14.9% | 16.5% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 6.1% | -7.7% | 13.4% | -7.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 6.5% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 25.3% | 23.4% | -1.9% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 35.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 8.4% | 2.6% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 59.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.4% |
| Chinese | 6% | 0.4% | -5.6% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 14.9% | 23.9% | 9.0% | 2.7% | 21.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 3.5% | 5.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% | 3.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 61.6% | 59.3% | -2.3% | 81.4% | -22.1% |
| Arab | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
In this area, 69.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.8% | 69.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | -13.3% |
| European Union | 7% | 9.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Africa | 3.5% | 5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.5% | 11.5% | -6.0% | 5.6% | 5.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 68.6% | 69.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | -13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 10.8% | 13.2% | 2.4% | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.3% | 6.1% | -1.2% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 5% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.6% | 6.1% | -2.5% | 1.9% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.5% | 76.7% | -5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.9% | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Turkey | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 3.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 27.9% | 6.5% | 21.4% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Abercorn Road was 274.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 212.5% higher than the Sherbourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Abercorn Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Sherbourne and the 59th highest crime rate of 1,014 local areas in Coventry .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 128.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 137.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Abercorn Road, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-09-17 | £240,753 |
| 6 Abercorn Road, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2016-07-01 | £226,759 |
| 6 Abercorn Road, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2015-06-30 | £199,335 |
| 21 Abercorn Road, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £151,500 | 2013-06-25 | £269,892 |
| 21 Abercorn Road, Coventry, West Midlands Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2012-10-31 | £210,009 |
CV5 8ED 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 student residents living in CV5 8ED area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillfields Nursery School Clifton Street , Hillfields CV1 5GR | 4out of 4 | 3,104 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Souls' Catholic Primary School Abercorn Road , Chapelfields CV5 8ED | 3out of 4 | 158 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hearsall Community Academy Kingston Road , CV5 6LR | 3out of 4 | 618 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Earlsdon Primary School Earlsdon Avenue North , CV5 6FZ | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Christopher Primary School Allesley Old Road , Allesley CV5 9JG | 3out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whoberley Hall Primary School Overdale Road , CV5 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barr's Hill School and Community College Radford Road , CV1 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finham Park 2 Torrington Avenue , CV4 9WT | 3out of 4 | 2,708 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Girls' School Coventry Stoney Stanton Rd , CV1 4FS | 4out of 4 | 2,824 yd | Free schools | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sidney Stringer Academy 2 Primrose Hill Street , CV1 5LY | 4out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coundon Court Northbrook Road , CV6 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 2,842 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 | 2,888 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bablake School Coundon Road , Coventry CV1 4AU | - not rated | 1,635 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bablake Junior and Pre-prep School Coundon Road , Coventry CV1 4AU | - not rated | 1,721 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherbourne Fields School Rowington Close , CV6 1PR | 4out of 4 | 1,820 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King Henry VIII School Warwick Road , Coventry CV3 6AQ | - not rated | 1,827 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coventry Youth Offending Service Christchurch House , Greyfriars Lane CV1 2GY | - not rated | 2,123 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Clarence | The Old Clarence, Earlsdon Avenue North | 609 yd | |
| The Farmhouse | 215 Beechwood Avenue, Coventry | 659 yd | |
| Snappy Tomato Pizza | 49 Spon End, Coventry | 722 yd | |
| Pickles Indian and Grill Cuisine Ltd | 51 Spon End, Coventry | 722 yd | |
| Spon End Italian Breakfast Corner | 48 Spon End, Coventry | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chestnut Tree | 113 Craven Street, Coventry | 332 yd | |
| Craven Arms | 58 Craven Street, Coventry | 336 yd | |
| Nursery Tavern | 38 Lord Street, Coventry | 380 yd | |
| Four Provinces | Four Provinces Club, 19 Allesley Old Road | 513 yd | |
| Hearsall Inn | 45 Craven Street, Coventry | 517 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Takeaway | 177 Allesley Old Road, Coventry | 249 yd | |
| Wingslayer | Chestnut Tree, 113 Craven Street | 319 yd | |
| Food Guru Ltd | 28 Craven Street, Coventry | 468 yd | |
| Earth Flavour | 15 Centaur Road, Coventry | 488 yd | |
| Cheung Sing | 65 Hearsall Lane, Coventry | 583 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Alvis Retail Park, Holyhead Road | 906 yd | |
| Heart of England Co-Operative Store | 6-8 Earlsdon Street, Coventry | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Souls Catholic Primary School ABERCORN ROAD | grass pitches | 103 yd |
| Coventry Cycle Speedway Track MAUDSLAY ROAD | cycling | 329 yd |
| Village Gym (Coventry) COVENTRY BUSINESS PARK | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 743 yd |
| Apollo Gym Ltd UNIT 30-32 UNIT 30-32 SPON END | health and fitness suite | 891 yd |
| Butts Park Arena Butts Arena Butts Arena Butts | grass pitches | 898 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.