Postcode Analysis Oadby and Wigston, East Midlands

AYLESTONE LANE, LE18 1BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for AYLESTONE LANE, LE18 1BB.

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Population

341

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE18 1BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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8/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LE18 1BB spans multiple life stages — average age 37, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 14.5% year-on-year.

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

LE18 1BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Aylestone Lane, 0.8km from Wigston in Wigston. Administratively it sits within Wigston Fields ward and the Harborough constituency.

For families considering a move, LE18 1BB represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £254k, up 14.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LE18 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00131912 (shared with 9 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 LE18 1BB. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British75.3%
Asian / British Asian18.2%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 242,500

11 sales · Mean £ 244,750

Terraced

£ 215,000

1 sales · Mean £ 215,000

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

LE18 1BB has low crime rates — 18 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 offences47
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson13
Burglary12
Other theft9

school Local Schools

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Water Leys Primary School

Good419 pupils0.7 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School

Good235 pupils0.8 km
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Little Hill Primary

Good418 pupils0.9 km
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Wigston College

Good271 pupils0.9 km
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Wigston Birkett House Community Special School

Good248 pupils0.9 km
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Wigston Academy

Good1331 pupils0.9 km
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Fairfield Community Primary School

Good211 pupils0.9 km
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Wigston Menphys Nursery School

Good44 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

27 nearby
  • SLM Foods \& Beverage0.9 km
  • Cherry Stores0.8 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
  • Orchards News0.8 km
  • R \& R Mahagan Convenience Store0.0 km
  • + 22 more
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Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • 18520.9 km
  • Tap And Barrel0.7 km
  • Two Steeples0.9 km
  • Chartwell Arms0.4 km
  • William Wygston Pub0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

23 nearby
  • T(n)S Catering Management LTD0.6 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
  • South Leicestershire College0.7 km
  • Marmaris Meze Ltd0.7 km
  • The Holiday Inn (Leicester Wigston)0.8 km
  • + 18 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

17 nearby
  • Dhils Eats0.6 km
  • Istanbul Barbecue House0.9 km
  • Blue Breeze0.5 km
  • The Perfect Pizza Company0.8 km
  • Subs0.8 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Wigston1.4 km
  • Leicester4.7 km
  • Narborough6.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Exeter Road0.1 km
  • Holmden Avenue0.1 km
  • Holmden Avenue0.1 km
  • Nautical William0.2 km
  • Nautical William0.2 km