Postcode Analysis Harborough, East Midlands

BLAKENHALL DRIVE, LE17 4DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLAKENHALL DRIVE, LE17 4DN.

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Population

288

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 44,500 /yr

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Employed

65%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LE17 4DN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LE17 4DN is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £331k, 78% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £331k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 71.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE17 4DN is a sought-after residential area on Blakenhall Drive, 1.5km from Lutterworth in Lutterworth. Administratively it sits within Lutterworth West ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.

For serious buyers, LE17 4DN is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The 30 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 78% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (53% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £331k, up 71.7% year-on-year. 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 LE17 4DN are sourced from Output Area E00187374 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE17 4DN. The average age is 30.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.7%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

65%Active
FT: 53%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Detached

£ 360,000

37 sales · Mean £ 352,818

Semi-Detached

£ 252,450

18 sales · Mean £ 245,158

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LE17 4DN has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Anti-social behaviour20
Other theft7
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Lutterworth High School

Outstanding856 pupils0.9 km
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Lutterworth College

Good1543 pupils1.0 km
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John Wycliffe Primary School

Good284 pupils1.0 km
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Sherrier Church of England Primary School

Good401 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Bitteswell

Outstanding104 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Papadoms0.7 km
  • Waves Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • The Great Wall House0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Woodway Stores0.8 km
  • Linden Food Stores/ Off Licence0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Cafe Rustica0.7 km
  • The Big Bite0.7 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Central England Cooperative0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Red Arrow0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Rugby8.8 km
  • Narborough13.0 km
  • Hinckley13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Woodway Road0.4 km
  • Woodway Road0.4 km
  • Chestnut Avenue0.5 km
  • Meriton Road0.5 km
  • Meriton Road0.5 km