Moving to Southam (CV47)

Warwickshire · Stratford-on-Avon

Planning a move to CV47? Discover council tax rates, Ofsted-rated schools, broadband speeds, green spaces and more for the Southam 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 Southam. 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 Southam

Based on 460 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CV47 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)£325,000
Average Price (all types)£377,219

By Property Type

Detached£466,000 (148 sales)
Semi-Detached£315,000 (161 sales)
Terraced£244,000 (105 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£167,250 (24 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 Southam

Southam recorded 55% fewer crimes than the national average per postcode district, indicating a relatively safe area to live and raise a family.

CV47 Total Crimes (13 months)1,173
National Average per District2,628
vs National Average55% below average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences405 (56% below avg)
Anti-social Behaviour313 (26% below avg)
Public Order77 (57% below avg)
Vehicle Crime64 (52% below avg)
Shoplifting19 (91% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson96 (50% below avg)
Burglary60 (38% below avg)
Other Theft79 (55% below avg)
Drugs13 (86% below avg)
Robbery1 (97% below avg)
Theft from Person4 (92% below avg)
Bicycle Theft2 (91% below avg)
Possession of Weapons16 (38% below 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 Southam

Council tax is one of the most important ongoing costs to consider when moving to a new area. In Southam, council tax is managed by Stratford-on-Avon. 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£1656.11
B£40,001 – £52,000£1932.13
C£52,001 – £68,000£2208.15
D£68,001 – £88,000£2484.17
E£88,001 – £120,000£3036.21
F£120,001 – £160,000£3588.25
G£160,001 – £320,000£4140.28
H£320,001+£4968.34

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 Southam

56.9 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CV47 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)11

Green Spaces in Southam

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 CV47 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

82% of residential postcodes in CV47 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Southam

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 CV47 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Outstanding schools (total)1
Primary0
Secondary1
Nursery0

Broadband in Southam

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CV47 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.

53.1 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CV47 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)95.4%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)86.3%
Gigabit capable84.0%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.2%

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Energy Performance in Southam

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CV47 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 bandB
Median EPC score72
Total rated properties5939

Homes in CV47 average EPC Band B. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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