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About

Foleshill is a ward located in the northern part of Coventry, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square kilometers. It is bordered by the wards of Longford, Upper Stoke, and St. Michael’s. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached homes, and some industrial zones. Foleshill Road serves as a major thoroughfare, connecting the ward to Coventry city center and nearby neighborhoods.

The ward has a strong industrial heritage, with factories and warehouses still present alongside newer retail and commercial developments. Foleshill is home to a diverse community, with cultural influences reflected in local shops, places of worship, and community centers. Green spaces like Foleshill Park provide recreational areas for residents. Public transport links, including bus routes, offer access to the wider city. The area has faced economic challenges but remains an important part of Coventry’s urban fabric.

Area overview

On average Foleshill has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 140 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Foleshill is £35,216 per year. There are 8 schools in Foleshill: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

8/10

Crimes per 1k residents

140

Deprivation level

10/10

Income level

2/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Foleshill Population

22,478

Population density

6,116.3 per km²

Demographics

Pakistani

4,467

19.87%

British

4,021

17.89%

Indian

3,334

14.83%

Other White

2,786

12.39%

African

2,188

9.73%

Total population: 22,478

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,464

33.08%

Owns outright

1,443

19.37%

Other social rented

1,415

19%

Owns with a mortgage

1,355

18.19%

Social rents from council

439

5.89%

Total households: 7,448

Property prices in Foleshill

Based on 82 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 in Foleshill area, with individual transactions ranging from £49,500 up to £1,150,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Foleshill over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£330,000	£190,500	£252,500	£740,000	£1,068,000
Flats	7	£100,000	£57,150	£86,000	£150,000	£150,000
Semi-Detached	12	£200,000	£109,150	£155,500	£234,000	£270,750
Terraced	60	£150,000	£105,000	£130,000	£166,250	£210,750

10 years median price trend in Foleshill

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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