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About

Rugby is a market town in Warwickshire, part of the West Midlands. It lies on the River Avon and is known for its historic architecture, including Rugby School, where the sport of rugby football was invented. The town center features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and chain retailers, alongside a weekly market. Transport links include the M1 and M6 motorways, as well as a railway station with direct services to London and Birmingham.

The area has a mix of residential neighborhoods, from Victorian terraces to modern developments. Rugby’s economy includes manufacturing, logistics, and retail, with several industrial estates on the outskirts. Green spaces like Caldecott Park provide recreational areas, while the nearby Draycote Water offers outdoor activities. The town hosts cultural events, including the Rugby Festival of Culture, and has a strong sense of local heritage tied to its sporting history.

Area overview

On average Rugby has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rugby is £49,737 per year. There are 56 schools in Rugby: 38 primary (5 Outstanding and 25 Good) and 8 secondary (1 Outstanding and 6 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
12.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rugby Population
114,363
Population density
325.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
85,684
74.92%
Other White
10,978
9.6%
Indian
5,322
4.65%
African
1,897
1.66%
Other Asian
1,357
1.19%
Total population: 114,363

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
16,012
34.06%
Owns outright
15,703
33.4%
Private landlord or letting agency
7,460
15.87%
Social rents from council
3,399
7.23%
Other social rented
2,675
5.69%
Total households: 47,015

Property prices in Rugby

Based on 1,589 recent sales, the median property price is £292,500 in Rugby area, with individual transactions ranging from £48,000 up to £1,600,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Rugby 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 Rugby over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached568£430,000
Flats120£139,000
Semi-Detached520£280,000
Terraced381£220,500

10 years median price trend in Rugby

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

All wards in Rugby

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New Bilton

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Paddox

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Wolvey and Shilton

Data Sources

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