The Riddings is in Grendon, Atherstone and in North Warwickshire district. CV9 2BP is located in the Baddesley and Grendon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Warwickshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Riddings, Grendon, Atherstone, CV9 2BP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV9 2ED, CV9 2BJ, CV9 2BL, CV9 2BW, CV9 2EB, CV9 2EQ, CV9 2BS, CV9 2BT, CV9 2EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding CV9 2BP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 53.2% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 47.1% | 46.8% | -0.3% | 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 CV9 2BP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 15.6% | 25% | 9.4% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.1% | 59.9% | -6.2% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.7% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) 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 | 44.3% | 48.6% | 4.3% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.8% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 15% | 12.6% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 0.9% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| 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 | 23.7% | 17.3% | -6.4% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 17.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 6.6% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 18.4% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 30.5% | 11.0% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 7% | 2.6% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.1% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 97.9% | 95.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 3.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 95.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.4% | 37.2% | -8.8% |
| Christian | 65.6% | 46.2% | 19.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Riddings was 60.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.5% lower than the Arley and Whitacre average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Riddings has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Arley and Whitacre and the 126th lowest crime rate of 266 local areas in North Warwickshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maville The Riddings, Atherstone, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2018-05-25 | £238,356 |
| Long View The Riddings, Atherstone, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £206,000 | 2017-01-18 | £271,224 |
| Bermar The Riddings, Atherstone, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2016-04-27 | £217,199 |
| Bermar The Riddings, Atherstone, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2004-12-10 | £256,198 |
| Maville The Riddings, Atherstone, Warwickshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,500 | 2004-08-13 | £253,312 |
CV9 2BP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 CV9 2BP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 103 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atherstone Nursery School Kings Avenue , (Ent Opp Fire Station) CV9 1LF | 4out of 4 | 4,118 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baddesley Ensor First School Maypole Lane , Baddesley Ensor CV9 2BS | - not rated | 149 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside CofE Primary School Maypole Lane , Grendon CV9 2BS | 3out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodside CofE Controlled Primary School Maypole Lane , Grendon CV9 2BS | - not rated | 325 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baddesley Ensor CofE Infant School Maypole Lane , Baddesley Ensor CV9 2DH | - not rated | 368 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baddesley Ensor Junior School Baddesley Ensor , CV9 2DH | - not rated | 368 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polesworth County Middle School Birchwood Avenue , Dordon B78 1QU | - not rated | 3,523 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nethersole's CofE Middle School High Street , Polesworth B78 1DZ | - not rated | 4,426 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherstone North County Middle School Carlyon Road , Off Ratcliffe Road CV9 1LL | - not rated | 4,516 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Polesworth School Dordon Road , Dordon B78 1QT | - not rated | 3,599 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polesworth School Dordon Road , Dordon B78 1QT | 3out of 4 | 3,599 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Queen Elizabeth Academy Witherley Road , CV9 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 4,869 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Elizabeth School and Sports College Witherley Road , CV9 1LZ | - not rated | 4,997 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sparrowdale School Spon Lane , Grendon CV9 2PD | - not rated | 1,236 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Independent Educational Services 33 Long Street , Atherstone CV9 1AY | - not rated | 3,697 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherstone Grammar School Long Street , CV9 1AE | - not rated | 4,346 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wathen Grange School Church Walk , Mancetter CV9 1PZ | - not rated | 5,271 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Riddings Snack Bar | Riddings Poultry Farm Watling Street | 993 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | Red Lion Inn The Common | 209 yd | |
| Baddesley Ensor Social Club | 50 New Street | 615 yd | |
| Grendon Working Mens Club | 75 Watling Street | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baddesley Fish Bar | 38 Keys Hill | 404 yd | |
| Grendon Fish Bar | Adjacent 79a Watling Street | 986 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baddesley Recreation Ground Speedwell Lane | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Boot Hill PENMIRE CLOSE | grass pitches | 883 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 | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.24 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.