Purlieu Lane is in Kenilworth and in Warwick district. CV8 1PQ is located in the Kenilworth Abbey & Arden electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Kenilworth and Southam. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, CV8 1PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV8 1AR, CV8 1GU, CV8 1AS, CV8 1AT, CV8 1NE, CV8 1AU, CV8 1BL, CV8 1AW, CV8 1BJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding CV8 1PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents 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 | 50.2% | 48.8% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51.2% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 CV8 1PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 22.7% | 21.1% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 57% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 11.8% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 7.9% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (86.6%) 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 | 53.5% | 52.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 4.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 33.7% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 11.4% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 1.6% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 44.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 13.2% | 2.8% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 5.3% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 8.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5.3% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 20.7% | 12.6% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.3% | 44.9% | -3.4% | 33.8% | 11.1% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 97.6% | 89.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 6.3% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 88.4% | -7.9% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.4% | 37.2% | -2.8% |
| Christian | 55.5% | 46.2% | 9.3% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Purlieu Lane was 107.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 155.9% higher than the Kenilworth Abbey & Arden average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Purlieu Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden and the 100th highest crime rate of 476 local areas in Warwick .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 48.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| High House Farm Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2025-05-06 | £660,000 |
| High House Farm Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire Other, an established residential building | £870,000 | 2019-01-11 | £985,049 |
| Castle Bungalow Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2015-11-24 | £858,755 |
| Swan Tower Cottage Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2015-04-16 | £901,412 |
| Purlieu Cottage Purlieu Lane, Kenilworth, Warwickshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2008-09-12 | £895,676 |
CV8 1PQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
CV8 1PQ 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 CV8 1PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Nursery School & Early Years Training Centre Bertie Road , CV8 1JP | 4out of 4 | 1,727 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priors Field Primary School Clinton Lane , CV8 1BA | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School Hollis Lane , CV8 2JY | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clinton Primary School Caesar Road , CV8 1DL | 4out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas CofE Primary School Priory Road , CV8 2PE | 3out of 4 | 1,534 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Primary School Mortimer Road , CV8 1FS | 3out of 4 | 2,026 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth School and Sixth Form Leyes Lane , CV8 2DA | 4out of 4 | 2,683 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| WMG Academy for Young Engineers Mitchell Avenue , CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 5,285 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westwood Academy Mitchell Avenue , Canley CV4 8DY | 3out of 4 | 5,285 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crackley Hall School St Joseph's Park , Coventry Road CV8 2FT | - not rated | 2,170 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Stoneleigh Road , CV4 7AB | 3out of 4 | 4,406 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Stoneleigh Road , CV4 7AB | - not rated | 4,426 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The National Mathematics and Science College 2 The Oaks , Westwood Way CV4 8JD | - not rated | 5,079 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Warwick University House , CV4 8UW | - not rated | 5,368 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Castle ( English Heritage) | Castle Green | 182 yd | |
| Queen and Castle | The Queen And Castle, Castle Green | 256 yd | |
| Morning Sunshine Coffee | 36 Castle Hill | 355 yd | |
| Time for Tea Prossers | 40 Castle Hill | 373 yd | |
| Clarendon Arms | The Clarendon Arms, 44 Castle Hill | 373 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenilworth Cantonese | 2 High Street | 780 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Fields Swimming Pool BRIDGE STREET | swimming pool, tennis courts | 850 yd |
| Castle Farm Recreation Centre FISHPONDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,088 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 46.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.