Balsall Street East is in Balsall Common, Coventry and in Solihull district. CV7 7FR is located in the Meriden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meriden. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Balsall Street East, Balsall Common, Coventry, CV7 7FR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV7 7FQ, CV7 7FP, CV7 7QT, CV7 7FA, CV7 7QS, CV7 7QD, CV7 7QP, CV7 7QR, CV7 7PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CV7 7FR 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 | 52.9% | 51.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.1% | 1.0% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of CV7 7FR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 26.7% | 28.2% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55% | 56.5% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 7.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 5.5% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 49.7% | 45.8% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 37.8% | 8.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 15.7% | 11.9% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 19.8% | 15.4% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 10.6% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 13.8% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 5.5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 39% | 6.4% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 94.5% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 95.8% | 95.8% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 95.8% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 1% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Sikh | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Balsall Street East was 36.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.0% lower than the Meriden average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Balsall Street East has the 8th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Meriden and the 265th lowest crime rate of 675 local areas in Solihull .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Balsall Street East, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £541,000 | 2023-06-27 | £543,746 |
| 44 Balsall Street East, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £802,750 | 2022-08-26 | £791,556 |
| 32 Balsall Street East, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £780,000 | 2022-04-11 | £820,616 |
| 32 Balsall Street East, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £455,000 | 2019-10-01 | £560,261 |
| 38 Balsall Street East, Coventry, West Midlands Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2019-04-04 | £736,973 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balsall Common Primary School Balsall Street East , Balsall Common CV7 7FS | 4out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Katherine Leveson Church of England Primary School Fen End Road West , Temple Balsall B93 0AN | - not rated | 2,744 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Berkswell Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Church Lane , Berkswell CV7 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Burton Green Church of England Academy Hob Lane , Burton Green CV8 1QB | 3out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle Church of England Primary Academy Kixley Lane , Knowle B93 0JE | 4out of 4 | 5,373 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heart of England School Gipsy Lane , Balsall Common CV7 7FW | 3out of 4 | 925 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield House Community Special School Kenilworth Road , Knowle B93 0AJ | 4out of 4 | 3,316 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Tamarinds | 376 Kenilworth Road, Balsall Common | 994 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2, 213 Station Road | 1,035 yd | |
| The Jubilee | 225 Station Road, Balsall Common | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Express | 176 Station Road, Balsall Common | 1,016 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 209 Station Road, Balsall Common | 1,037 yd | |
| Tuscany Pizza | 208 Station Road, Balsall Common | 1,074 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 213 Station Road, Balsall Common | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heart Of England School Pitches Holly Lane | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| Holly Lane Holly Lane | grass pitches | 482 yd |
| Balsall Common Primary School BALSALL STREET EAST | grass pitches, swimming pool | 580 yd |
| Heart Of England School Gipsy Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 819 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 | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.6% |
| 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.