About Bourton on Dunsmore

Bourton on Dunsmore is a village located in Warwickshire, England, within the CV23 postcode area. It lies just north of the town of Warwick and is situated near the River Avon. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The Church of St Mary, a Grade I listed building, is a prominent feature and contains architectural elements from the 12th and 13th centuries. The village is known for its traditional English countryside setting, with a mix of historic and modern homes. It is a peaceful community with a strong sense of local identity, and the surrounding area offers pleasant walks along the river and through the countryside. The village is easily accessible by road and is within a short drive of major towns and cities in the region.

School Ratings in Bourton on Dunsmore

Bourton on Dunsmore is served by 34 schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bourton on Dunsmore

Property prices average £506K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £432K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bourton on Dunsmore

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bourton on Dunsmore, with 54 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bourton on Dunsmore

Bourton on Dunsmore falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bourton on Dunsmore

Most properties in Bourton on Dunsmore can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,237 sales

Average Price £506K
£2K — £127.2M
Detached £432K 2,505
Semi £279K 1,393
Terraced £235K 890
Flat £132K 191

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

22 Primary
4 Secondary
8 Other
Our Lady's Catholic Primary School, Princethorpe Primary Good 2.2 miles Knightlow CofE Primary School Primary 2.3 miles Leamington Hastings Church of England Academy Primary Good 2.3 miles Princethorpe College 2.5 miles Dunchurch Boughton Church of England Junior Academy Primary 2.9 miles Dunchurch Boughton Church of England Infant Academy and Nursery Primary 3 miles Cawston Grange Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles The Haven School Wolston Good 3.4 miles Wolston St Margaret's CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Rugby High School Secondary Good 3.5 miles Bilton Infant School Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles Long Itchington CofE Academy Primary Requires Improvement 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bourton on Dunsmore IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bourton on Dunsmore among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
11,191 Children (0-15) 19%
36,653 Working Age 62%
14,294 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 19.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.3% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Bourton on Dunsmore 226 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bourton on Dunsmore is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

77 Violence & Sexual Offences
54 Anti-Social Behaviour
21 Public Order
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
15 Shoplifting
11 Vehicle Crime
8 Drugs
7 Burglary
6 Other Theft
5 Other Crime
3 Bicycle Theft
3 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Warwickshire Rugby Rural South Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Rugby Train Station 5.8 miles
Kenilworth Train Station 9 miles
Canley Train Station 9.1 miles
Warwick Train Station 9.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Frankton 0.6 miles Draycote 0.6 miles Birdingbury 1.2 miles Princethorpe 1.9 miles Thurlaston 2 miles Leamington Hastings 2 miles Marton 2.2 miles Marton Moor 2.2 miles Stretton-on-Dunsmore 2.2 miles Hill 2.2 miles Lawford Heath 2.2 miles Toft 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Rugby
County Warwickshire
Ward Hillmorton
Constituency Rugby
Parish Rugby, unparished area
Region West Midlands

Streets in CV23 30 shown View all streets

A361 1 A426 5 A427 3 Aikman Green 1 Allans Close 1 Allans Lane 1 Almond Close 1 Angwin Avenue 1 Anker Drive 1 Anns Lane 1 Anthorn Close 1 Arnills Way 1 Arnold Drive 1 Arthur James Drive 2 Ashleigh Close 1 Ashman Avenue 2 Aster Drive 1 Avens Close 1 Avocet Close 3 Avon Street 2 Avon Way 1 B4029 1 B4112 1 Back Lane 3 Badger Close 1 Bailey Road 1 Bailey's Lane 1 Balding Close 1 Barby Lane 2 Barby Road 1

Postcodes in CV23 50 shown View all postcodes

CV23 0AB CV23 0AD CV23 0AE CV23 0AF CV23 0AG CV23 0AH CV23 0AJ CV23 0AL CV23 0AN CV23 0AP CV23 0AQ CV23 0AS CV23 0AT CV23 0AU CV23 0BA CV23 0BB CV23 0BD CV23 0BE CV23 0BF CV23 0BG CV23 0BH CV23 0BJ CV23 0BL CV23 0BN CV23 0BP CV23 0BQ CV23 0BS CV23 0BT CV23 0BU CV23 0BW CV23 0BX CV23 0BY CV23 0BZ CV23 0DA CV23 0DB CV23 0DD CV23 0DE CV23 0DF CV23 0DG CV23 0DH CV23 0DJ CV23 0DL CV23 0DN CV23 0DP CV23 0DQ CV23 0DR CV23 0DS CV23 0DT CV23 0DU CV23 0DW