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About

Longford is a residential area located in the northern part of Coventry, near the border with Bedworth. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. Longford Park serves as a central green space, offering walking paths and recreational facilities for residents. The area is well-connected by public transport, with several bus routes linking it to Coventry city centre and nearby towns.

Local amenities in Longford include shops, schools, and community centres, catering to everyday needs. The area is close to the A444, providing easy access to the M6 motorway for commuters. Longford has a quiet, suburban feel, with a focus on family-friendly living. The nearby River Sowe adds a natural touch to the neighbourhood, with walking routes along its banks.

Area overview

On average Longford has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 114 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Longford is £39,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Longford: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
114
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
17%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Longford Population
8,072
Population density
3,005.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
4,637
57.41%
Indian
923
11.43%
Other White
658
8.15%
African
528
6.54%
Other
291
3.6%
Total population: 8,077

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
975
28.67%
Owns with a mortgage
955
28.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
856
25.17%
Other social rented
409
12.03%
Other forms of private rent
80
2.35%
Total households: 3,401

Property prices in Longford

Based on 78 recent sales, the median property price is £181,750 in Longford area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,000 up to £405,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Longford 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 Longford over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£310,000
Flats10£126,250
Semi-Detached24£211,000
Terraced37£180,000

10 years median price trend in Longford

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.