Moving to Leamington spa (CV31)

Warwickshire · Warwick

Planning a move to CV31? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Leamington spa area.

Whether you're a first-time buyer, growing family, or relocating for work, this comprehensive area guide covers everything you need to know before moving to Leamington spa. From local council tax rates and school ratings to broadband speeds and nearby green spaces, we've compiled the essential data to help you make an informed decision about your new home.

House Prices in Leamington spa

Based on 577 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CV31 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low sales.

Median Price (all types)£310,000
Average Price (all types)£349,949

By Property Type

Detached£473,125 (82 sales)
Semi-Detached£325,000 (216 sales)
Terraced£291,000 (167 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£190,000 (96 sales)

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data (Jan 2025 – present). Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2025-2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Safety & Crime in Leamington spa

As with many well-connected urban areas, Leamington spa sees higher-than-average recorded crime. This is common in districts with busy high streets, nightlife, and transport hubs and doesn't necessarily reflect the experience of residents in quieter residential streets.

CV31 Total Crimes (13 months)3,121
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average19% above average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,037 (near avg)
Anti-social Behaviour612 (44% above avg)
Public Order205 (near avg)
Vehicle Crime250 (88% above avg)
Shoplifting270 (23% above avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson166 (13% below avg)
Burglary107 (near avg)
Other Theft178 (near avg)
Drugs95 (near avg)
Robbery43 (19% above avg)
Theft from Person19 (61% below avg)
Bicycle Theft49 (113% above avg)
Possession of Weapons41 (58% above avg)

Source: data.police.uk street-level crime data (Apr 2025 – Apr 2026). National average calculated across 2,313 UK postcode districts. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

Council Tax in Leamington spa

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Leamington spa, council tax is managed by Warwick. The table below shows estimated annual rates for all bands, extrapolated from the published Band D figure using the standard ratios set by central government.

BandProperty Value (1991)Annual Rate
A£0 – £40,000£1641.03
B£40,001 – £52,000£1914.54
C£52,001 – £68,000£2188.04
D£68,001 – £88,000£2461.55
E£88,001 – £120,000£3008.56
F£120,001 – £160,000£3555.57
G£160,001 – £320,000£4102.58
H£320,001+£4923.10

Figures are estimated from the published Band D rate. Actual charges may vary slightly. Property values are based on 1991 valuations used by the Valuation Office Agency.

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Essential Services Near Leamington spa

80.1 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CV31 area is for everyday needs. It's calculated from the density of GP surgeries, pharmacies, and supermarkets relative to the local population, giving you a realistic picture of how easy daily errands will be.

Total essential services (GPs + pharmacies + supermarkets)28

Green Spaces in Leamington spa

Access to parks and green spaces is increasingly important for wellbeing, exercise, and family life. Our green space accessibility score measures the percentage of residential postcodes in CV31 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

99% of residential postcodes in CV31 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Leamington spa

For families with children, the quality of local schools is often the deciding factor when choosing where to move. Below is a breakdown of state-funded schools in the CV31 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)2
Primary1
Secondary0
Nursery1

Broadband in Leamington spa

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CV31 considers the proportion of properties with access to superfast, ultrafast, and gigabit-capable connections, as well as those still below the Universal Service Obligation (USO) threshold of 10Mbps.

50.8 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CV31 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)98.5%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)86.0%
Gigabit capable80.4%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.0%

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Energy Performance in Leamington spa

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CV31 gives you a sense of how well-insulated and energy-efficient homes in the area tend to be, which directly impacts your heating bills and carbon footprint.

Median EPC bandC
Median EPC score69
Total rated properties9379

Homes in CV31 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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