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Kenilworth Abbey & Arden

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About

Kenilworth Abbey & Arden is a largely residential ward located on the southern edge of the town of Kenilworth. The area is defined by its green spaces, including Abbey Fields, a large public park with a swimming pool, playgrounds, and sports facilities. The ruins of Kenilworth Abbey, a 12th-century Augustinian monastery, are a central historic feature within this parkland setting. Housing in the ward consists primarily of detached and semi-detached homes, with local shopping parades serving the community.

The ward's name directly references its two key elements: the historic abbey and the ancient Forest of Arden, which once covered this part of Warwickshire. Residential streets are often tree-lined, reflecting this wooded heritage. A specific local landmark is the intact 14th-century barn, known as the Abbey Barn, which stands near the ruins and serves as a tangible link to the site's agricultural past. The area maintains a quiet, settled character centred around its historic core and recreational green spaces.

Area overview

On average Kenilworth Abbey & Arden has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden is £73,498 per year. There are 5 schools in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Kenilworth Abbey & Arden is home to around 11,917 people, with a population density of about 133.0 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
48
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Kenilworth Abbey & Arden Population
11,917
Population density
133 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.04(-53%)
Anti-social behaviour
12.67(+18%)
Vehicle crime
8.64(+33%)
Other theft
5.37(-6%)
Criminal damage and arson
4.45(-39%)
West Midlands average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,305
78.07%
Other White
604
5.07%
Indian
488
4.09%
Chinese
332
2.79%
African
225
1.89%
Total population: 11,919

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
4,476
43.25%
Level 3 (A level)
2,898
28%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
981
9.48%
No qualifications
807
7.8%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
541
5.23%
Total 16+ residents: 10,350

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,920
46.98%
Owns with a mortgage
1,353
33.1%
Private landlord or letting agency
473
11.57%
Social rents from council
116
2.84%
Other social rented
102
2.5%
Total households: 4,087

Property prices in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden

Based on 95 recent sales, the median property price is £482,000 in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden area, with individual transactions ranging from £145,000 up to £3,338,550.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Kenilworth Abbey & Arden in the last year.

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

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached37£700,000£5,025
Flats14£198,750£3,434
Semi-Detached25£440,000£4,362
Terraced19£400,000£5,086

10 years median price trend in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Kenilworth Abbey & Arden.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/07/2026.