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About

Dunsmore ward encompasses residential neighbourhoods in the eastern part of Rugby, characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and more modern developments. The area is primarily residential, with local shopping parades providing essential services. It contains several primary schools and community facilities, including the large Eastlands Park, which offers recreational green space and sports fields for local use.

The ward is defined by its proximity to the A428, which runs along its southern boundary, connecting it to Rugby town centre. A notable local landmark is the historic Cawston Spinney, a surviving area of ancient woodland that provides a distinct natural habitat. The area's layout is functional, with pedestrian pathways linking housing areas to schools and local amenities.

Area overview

On average Dunsmore has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Dunsmore is £60,329 per year. There are 7 schools in Dunsmore: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Dunsmore is home to around 8,591 people, with a population density of about 150.5 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
80
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
8.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Dunsmore Population
8,591
Population density
150.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
40.51(+6%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.49(+80%)
Public order
7.92(+30%)
Vehicle crime
7.45(+13%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.59(-22%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,326
85.32%
Indian
346
4.03%
Other White
267
3.11%
Other
89
1.04%
African
83
0.97%
Total population: 8,587

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,995
42.9%
Level 3 (A level)
1,081
15.48%
No qualifications
938
13.44%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
893
12.79%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
563
8.06%
Total 16+ residents: 6,981

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,583
43.84%
Owns with a mortgage
1,201
33.26%
Social rents from council
285
7.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
259
7.17%
Other social rented
131
3.63%
Total households: 3,611

Property prices in Dunsmore

Based on 182 recent sales, the median property price is £395,000 in Dunsmore area, with individual transactions ranging from £103,500 up to £1,250,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Dunsmore 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 Dunsmore over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached108£495,000
Flats9£200,000
Semi-Detached39£323,000
Terraced26£282,500

10 years median price trend in Dunsmore

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

All postcodes in Dunsmore

CV239NE

Moor Farm Close

CV226PE

Rugby Road

CV226RH

Windmill Cottages

CV239HL

Plott Lane

CV239JY

Church Lane

CV226QB

Buccleuch Close

CV239HN

London Road

CV83EN

Oxford Road

CV226QL

Mill Farm Close

CV239LG

Coalpit Lane

CV239NY

Main Street

CV226GH

Mill Yard

CV239NP

Fosse Way

CV239PQ

Fosse Crescent

CV83EB

Oxford Road

CV83EX

Bagshaw Close

CV83FE

Sodens Avenue

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.