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Location in WarwickshireBridge Town sits where the marker shows within the county.

49,187
Population
17,782
Households
7 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£59,773
Avg. household income
2,742
Businesses
242
People per km²
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About Bridge Town

Bridge Town is a small settlement in Warwickshire, England, located within the CV37 postcode area. It lies near the River Avon, with a historic stone bridge forming a key feature of the village. The area is characterised by traditional English countryside, with fields and hedgerows surrounding the village. The bridge itself dates back to the 18th century and is a notable local landmark. The village has a modest population and retains a quiet, rural atmosphere. There are a few local amenities, including a village hall and a small shop, serving the community. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and the wider countryside. The village is accessible by road from the A46, which runs through the region, and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Warwick and Leamington Spa.

School Ratings in Bridge Town

Families in Bridge Town have access to 22 local schools. Stratford-Upon-Avon Primary School, Stratford Girls' Grammar School and King Edward VI School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bridge Town

Homes sell for an average of £453K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £592K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bridge Town

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Bridge Town, with 67 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bridge Town

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bridge Town around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Bridge Town

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Bridge Town, the nearest being Bridge House Medical Centre (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Bridge Town

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Property Prices 8,838 sales

Average Price £453K
£100 , £39.85M
Detached £592K 3,151
Semi £350K 2,247
Terraced £312K 1,646
Flat £235K 1,303

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

15 Primary
3 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 11
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the CV37 postcode area.

King Edward VI School Secondary Outstanding 0.2 miles Stratford Preparatory School Not applicable 0.3 miles Bridgetown Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Stratford-Upon-Avon Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles St Gregory's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Holy Trinity CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Stratford Upon Avon School Secondary Good 0.9 miles Stratford Girls' Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 1 miles Thomas Jolyffe Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Welcombe Hills School Not applicable Requires Improvement 1.1 miles Shottery St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Alveston CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Household Income in Bridge Town ONS 2023

The average total household income in Bridge Town is approximately £59,773 a year before tax, 8% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,738. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Bridge Town £59,773
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,738.

Businesses in Bridge Town ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,742 active businesses based in Bridge Town, around 56 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 55 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,742 Total businesses
56 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Bridge Town IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Bridge Town are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 25%
8,058 Children (0-15) 16%
29,012 Working Age 59%
12,113 Older (65+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 23.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.5% 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 Bridge Town 273 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Bridge Town is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 71
Anti-Social Behaviour 67
Shoplifting 55
Public Order 21
Other Theft 20
Vehicle Crime 9
Drugs 7
Burglary 6
Criminal Damage & Arson 6
Other Crime 4
Weapons 3
Robbery 3
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Stratford-Upon-Avon Train Station 0.7 miles
Wilmcote Train Station 3.3 miles
Claverdon Train Station 6.3 miles
Wootton Wawen Train Station 6.4 miles
Hatton Train Station 7.5 miles
Warwick Parkway Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stratford-upon-Avon 0.9 miles Alveston Hill 1.2 miles Shottery 1.2 miles Tiddington 1.4 miles Bishopton 1.4 miles Clifford Chambers 1.4 miles Lower Clopton 2 miles Ingon 2 miles Alveston 2.2 miles Ailstone 2.5 miles Atherstone on Stour 2.5 miles Drayton 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Stratford-on-Avon
County Warwickshire
Ward Clopton
Constituency Stratford-on-Avon
Parish Stratford-upon-Avon
Region West Midlands

Home Ownership in Bridge Town

Of the 21,825 households in and around Bridge Town, 70% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 70% Social rented 13% Private rented 17%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Bridge Town.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bridge Town

What is the population of Bridge Town?
Bridge Town has a population of approximately 49,187 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Bridge Town?
The average property in and around Bridge Town sold for about £453,243, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 30% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Bridge Town a deprived area?
Bridge Town sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 7 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Bridge Town?
Bridge Town is covered by the CV37 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Bridge Town?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Bridge Town, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Bridge Town?
The nearest railway station to Bridge Town is Stratford-Upon-Avon Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in CV37 30 shown View all streets

A3400 5 A422 8 A429 3 A46 10 Addison Drive 1 Addison Mews 1 Aintree Road 2 Albany Road 2 Albert Close 2 Alcester Road 24 Alveston Hill 2 Alveston Lane 2 Amis Way 1 Anson Close 1 Archer Close 1 Arden Close 1 Arden Mews 1 Arden Park 1 Arden Street 5 Arthur Road 1 Ascot Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ash Lane 1 Ash Mews 1 Ashley Court 1 Aston Cantlow Road 4 Aston Hill 1 Atkinson Close 1 Austen Road 1 Avenue Farm 2

Postcodes in CV37 50 shown View all postcodes

CV37 0AA CV37 0AB CV37 0AD CV37 0AE CV37 0AG CV37 0AH CV37 0AL CV37 0AN CV37 0AP CV37 0AQ CV37 0AR CV37 0AT CV37 0AU CV37 0AW CV37 0AX CV37 0AZ CV37 0BB CV37 0BD CV37 0BE CV37 0BF CV37 0BG CV37 0BH CV37 0BJ CV37 0BL CV37 0BQ CV37 0BT CV37 0BU CV37 0BX CV37 0BZ CV37 0DA CV37 0DB CV37 0DD CV37 0DE CV37 0DF CV37 0DG CV37 0DH CV37 0DJ CV37 0DL CV37 0DN CV37 0DP CV37 0DQ CV37 0DR CV37 0DS CV37 0DT CV37 0DU CV37 0DW CV37 0DX CV37 0DY CV37 0DZ CV37 0EA