LE12 5BJ is a sought-after residential area on Eldershaw Croft, 0.4km from Hathern in Hathern. Administratively it sits within Loughborough Dishley and Hathern ward and the Loughborough constituency.
For serious buyers, LE12 5BJ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £359k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for LE12 5BJ are sourced from Output Area E00130378 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ELDERSHAW CROFT, LE12 5BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELDERSHAW CROFT, LE12 5BJ.
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£ 43,900 /yr
49%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, LE12 5BJ combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£359k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE12 5BJ. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 355,000
5 sales · Mean £ 326,100
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE12 5BJ has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hathern Church of England Primary School
Stonebow Primary School Loughborough
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Hathern Club0.2 km
- Hathern Old Cricket Club0.5 km
- Three Crowns0.5 km
- Kings Arms0.6 km
- The Anchor Inn0.2 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Cross Street Stores0.4 km
- Hathern Nurseries0.9 km
- Hathern Turn Asda on the Move0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Old Curiosity Bookshop and Tea Room0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Loughborough4.4 km
- East Midlands Parkway7.7 km
- Barrow Upon Soar8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Anchor Inn0.1 km
- Anchor Inn0.1 km
- Edward Phillipps Road0.3 km
- Edward Phillipps Road0.3 km
- Nottsbus On Demand Hathern0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LE125BJ · Data under Open Government Licence