Planning a move to CV4? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Coventry 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 Coventry. 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.
Based on 485 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CV4 during 2025–2026. Median prices give a more accurate picture than averages, as they aren't skewed by unusually high or low 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.
Crime levels in Coventry are broadly in line with the national average for a UK postcode district, which is typical of well-populated areas with good amenities and transport links.
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 is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Coventry, council tax is managed by Coventry. 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.
| Band | Property Value (1991) | Annual Rate |
|---|---|---|
| A | £0 – £40,000 | £1677.81 |
| B | £40,001 – £52,000 | £1957.45 |
| C | £52,001 – £68,000 | £2237.08 |
| D | £68,001 – £88,000 | £2516.72 |
| E | £88,001 – £120,000 | £3075.99 |
| F | £120,001 – £160,000 | £3635.26 |
| G | £160,001 – £320,000 | £4194.53 |
| H | £320,001+ | £5033.44 |
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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81.8 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CV4 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.
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 CV4 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.
92% of residential postcodes in CV4 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.
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 CV4 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.
Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CV4 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.
95.6 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CV4 district.
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Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CV4 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.
Homes in CV4 average EPC Band C. Compare energy deals for your new home →
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