About Whitacre Heath

Whitacre Heath is a village located in Warwickshire, England, within the B46 postcode area. It is situated near the border of the West Midlands and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a pleasant area for those who enjoy nature. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern homes, and offers a quiet atmosphere for its inhabitants. The local amenities include a small shop and a few community facilities, catering to the needs of residents. Whitacre Heath is also conveniently placed for access to nearby towns such as Coleshill and Atherstone, which provide a wider range of services and shops. For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding area offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the landscape, making it a suitable location for families and individuals alike.

School Ratings in Whitacre Heath

Whitacre Heath is served by 71 schools. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Whitacre Heath

Property prices average £328K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £291K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Whitacre Heath

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Whitacre Heath, with 9 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Whitacre Heath

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Whitacre Heath falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Whitacre Heath

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Whitacre Heath, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,926 sales

Average Price £328K
£2K — £40.2M
Detached £492K 400
Semi £291K 617
Terraced £237K 542
Flat £144K 255

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

40 Primary
10 Secondary
21 Other
Shustoke CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles High Meadow Community School Primary Good 1.9 miles THE SECRET GARDEN SCHOOL Good 1.9 miles Curdworth Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Kingsbury School - A Specialist Science and Mathematics Academy Secondary Good 2.5 miles Water Orton Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Kingsbury Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 2.6 miles Coleshill Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Hurley Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Smith's Wood Children's Centre 3.2 miles Woodlands Requires Improvement 3.2 miles St Edward's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 3.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Whitacre Heath IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Whitacre Heath in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
7/10
Education
6/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
4/10
3,323 Children (0-15) 16%
12,433 Working Age 61%
6,190 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21.7% 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 Whitacre Heath 47 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Whitacre Heath falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

15 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Burglary
2 Other Theft
2 Weapons
2 Public Order
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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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 6 stations

Marston Green Train Station 5.2 miles
Lea Hall Train Station 5.5 miles
Stechford Train Station 6.2 miles
Wylde Green Train Station 6.3 miles
Sutton Coldfield Train Station 6.3 miles
Erdington Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hoggrill's End 0.9 miles Lea Marston 0.9 miles Nether Whitacre 1.2 miles Blyth End 1.2 miles Shustoke 1.4 miles Marston 1.4 miles Chattle Hill 1.8 miles Botts Green 1.9 miles Furnace End 2 miles Foul End 2.2 miles Church End 2.2 miles Gilson 2.2 miles

Local Government

District North Warwickshire
County Warwickshire
Ward Coleshill North
Constituency North Warwickshire
Parish Coleshill
Region West Midlands

Streets in B46 30 shown View all streets

Addison Place 1 Albion Terrace 2 Angel Mews 2 Arden Croft 1 Arnolds Lane 3 Atherstone Road 4 Attleboro Lane 2 Augustus Close 1 Back Lane 2 Bakehouse Lane 1 Barnes Wood Lane 2 Bateman Road 1 Beavons Close 1 Bentley Lane 2 Birmingham Road 16 Bixhill Lane 1 Blythe Road 8 Botts Green Lane 5 Bramble Close 1 Bray Bank 1 Brendan Close 1 Brook Cottage Close 2 Brutus Drive 1 Burman Drive 1 Caesar Way 1 Caffrey Grove 1 Canton Lane 3 Castle Drive 2 Castle Lane 3 Centurion Close 1

Postcodes in B46 50 shown View all postcodes

B46 1AA B46 1AB B46 1AD B46 1AE B46 1AF B46 1AG B46 1AH B46 1AJ B46 1AL B46 1AN B46 1AP B46 1AQ B46 1AS B46 1AT B46 1AU B46 1AX B46 1AY B46 1AZ B46 1BA B46 1BB B46 1BD B46 1BE B46 1BG B46 1BH B46 1BJ B46 1BL B46 1BN B46 1BP B46 1BQ B46 1BS B46 1BT B46 1BU B46 1BW B46 1BX B46 1DA B46 1DF B46 1DG B46 1DH B46 1DJ B46 1DL B46 1DN B46 1DP B46 1DQ B46 1DR B46 1DS B46 1DT B46 1DX B46 1DZ B46 1EE B46 1EG