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Barras Heath

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About

Barras Heath is a residential area located in the northeastern part of Coventry, near the border with Warwickshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes built mainly in the mid-20th century. It is close to larger neighborhoods like Stoke Heath and Wood End, offering easy access to local amenities and transport links. The area is served by several bus routes connecting it to Coventry city center and surrounding areas.

Barras Heath features green spaces like Barras Heath Park, providing recreational opportunities for residents. The nearby Foleshill Road offers shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to daily needs. While the area is mostly residential, it has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere. Its proximity to major roads like the A444 makes it convenient for commuters traveling to other parts of Coventry or beyond.

Area overview

On average Barras Heath has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barras Heath is £40,400 per year. There are 2 schools in Barras Heath: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
3.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Barras Heath Population
6,811
Population density
6,821.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,424
50.29%
Indian
931
13.67%
Other White
531
7.8%
African
519
7.62%
Pakistani
350
5.14%
Total population: 6,809

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
890
34.44%
Owns with a mortgage
784
30.34%
Private landlord or letting agency
763
29.53%
Other social rented
68
2.63%
Other forms of private rent
51
1.97%
Total households: 2,584

Property prices in Barras Heath

Based on 60 recent sales, the median property price is £226,000 in Barras Heath area, with individual transactions ranging from £39,950 up to £315,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Barras Heath in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Barras Heath over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats2£150,000
Semi-Detached6£203,775
Terraced52£228,500

10 years median price trend in Barras Heath

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Barras Heath.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.