DE11 8AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Main Street, 0.4km from Blackfordby in Blackfordby. Administratively it sits within Blackfordby ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.
For families considering a move, DE11 8AE represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 93% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for DE11 8AE are sourced from Output Area E00131687 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAIN STREET, DE11 8AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAIN STREET, DE11 8AE.
278
54
£ 42,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
DE11 8AE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 93% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DE11 8AE. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 155,000
1 sales · Mean £ 155,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
DE11 8AE has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Blackfordby St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
Moira Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Blackfordby Village Hall0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Black Lion0.3 km
- The Black Lion0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burton-On-Trent10.2 km
- Willington11.3 km
- Peartree15.7 km
Bus Stops
- Main Street0.1 km
- Main Street0.1 km
- Main Street0.3 km
- Main Street0.3 km
- Boothorpe Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: DE118AE · Data under Open Government Licence