Moving to Coventry (CV5)

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Planning a move to CV5? 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.

House Prices in Coventry

Based on 1003 property sales recorded by HM Land Registry in CV5 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)£250,000
Average Price (all types)£281,455

By Property Type

Detached£430,000 (126 sales)
Semi-Detached£303,500 (234 sales)
Terraced£231,625 (480 sales)
Flat / Maisonette£138,250 (142 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 Coventry

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.

CV5 Total Crimes (13 months)2,889
National Average per District2,628
vs National AverageNear average

Breakdown by Category

Violence & Sexual Offences1,138 (23% above avg)
Anti-social Behaviour172 (59% below avg)
Public Order145 (20% below avg)
Vehicle Crime360 (171% above avg)
Shoplifting208 (5% below avg)
Criminal Damage & Arson228 (19% above avg)
Burglary188 (96% above avg)
Other Theft225 (29% above avg)
Drugs46 (51% below avg)
Robbery45 (25% above avg)
Theft from Person16 (67% below avg)
Bicycle Theft28 (22% above avg)
Possession of Weapons27 (near 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 Coventry

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.

BandProperty 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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Essential Services Near Coventry

64.8 / 100 - This convenience score reflects how well-served the CV5 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)21

Green Spaces in Coventry

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 CV5 that are within a 5-minute walk of a public park, playing field, or nature reserve.

96% of residential postcodes in CV5 have green space within walking distance, making this an exceptionally green area to live in.

Schools in Coventry

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 CV5 postcode district that have received an 'Outstanding' rating from Ofsted, the highest possible grade for teaching quality, leadership, and pupil outcomes.

Broadband in Coventry

Reliable internet is essential for working from home, streaming, and staying connected. The broadband quality score for CV5 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.

92.6 / 100 - Overall broadband quality score for the CV5 district.

Superfast broadband (≥30Mbps)99.0%
Ultrafast broadband (≥100Mbps)96.9%
Gigabit capable96.9%
Below USO (≤10Mbps)0.1%

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Energy Performance in Coventry

Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) rate a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). The median EPC band for CV5 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 bandD
Median EPC score66
Total rated properties10689

Homes in CV5 average EPC Band D. Compare energy deals for your new home →

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