Riverside is in Witherley, Atherstone and in Hinckley And Bosworth district. CV9 3LQ is located in the Twycross and Witherley with Sheepy electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Bosworth. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Riverside, Witherley, Atherstone, CV9 3LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: CV9 3LG, CV9 3LH, CV9 3LY, CV9 3LN, CV9 3SU, CV9 3NA, CV9 3LJ, CV9 1RD, CV9 3LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around CV9 3LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.9% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 51% | 49.1% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 3LQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 23.8% | 25.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 54.6% | -4.4% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 9.2% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 10% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 | 42.3% | 46% | 3.7% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 30.2% | -3.7% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.3% | -0.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.8% | 20.9% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.3% | 11.6% | 6.3% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 13.3% | -0.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5.6% | -1.4% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 18.5% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 27.3% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.6% | 98.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.5% | 37.2% | -8.7% |
| Christian | 66.4% | 46.2% | 20.2% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Riverside was 28.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.5% lower than the Ambien average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Riverside has the 9th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Ambien and the 110th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in Hinckley and Bosworth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.7%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Riverside, Atherstone, Leicestershire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-01-17 | £132,606 |
| 3 Riverside, Atherstone, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2022-07-29 | £474,433 |
| 2 Riverside, Atherstone, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2016-03-08 | £479,434 |
| 7 Riverside, Atherstone, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2015-06-25 | £549,212 |
| The Limes, 12 Riverside, Atherstone, Leicestershire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2012-08-06 | £885,268 |
CV9 3LQ 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 3LQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,722 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witherley Church of England Primary School Church Road , Witherley CV9 3NA | 3out of 4 | 153 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary Academy Church Walk , CV9 1PS | 3out of 4 | 793 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwoods Primary School Southlands , CV9 1EH | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Racemeadow Primary Academy Ratcliffe Road , CV9 1LT | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Michael Drayton Junior School The Woodlands , Hartshill CV10 0SZ | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Queen Elizabeth Academy Witherley Road , CV9 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hartshill School Church Road , Hartshill CV10 0NA | 2out of 4 | 3,858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wathen Grange School Church Walk , Mancetter CV9 1PZ | - not rated | 709 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| OneSchool Global UK Long Street , CV9 1AE | - not rated | 1,322 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Copper Kettle Cafe | Watling Street, Atherstone | 743 yd | |
| Laurel's Eatery | Laurel Gardens Church Walk | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witherley United Football Club | Church Road, Witherley | 202 yd | |
| The Blue Lion | 8 Church Road, Witherley | 202 yd | |
| The Blue Boar | Blue Boar Inn Watling Street | 454 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Witherley Memorial Playing Field CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 314 yd |
| Queen Elizabeth Academy WITHERLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 924 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.