LE18 1BL is a safe, established residential area on Dale Avenue, 1.0km from West Knighton in Wigston. Administratively it sits within Wigston Fields ward and the Harborough constituency.
For families considering a move, LE18 1BL represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. By day, the area transitions to a professional home-workers in outer suburbs character: ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. An average age of 45 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oadby and Wigston.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £286k, up 4.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE18 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00131904 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DALE AVENUE, LE18 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DALE AVENUE, LE18 1BL.
300
45
£ 44,900 /yr
44%
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
Cultural diversity defines LE18 1BL — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 4.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE18 1BL. The average age is 44.9. 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
£ 280,000
5 sales · Mean £ 262,200
Detached
£ 273,750
6 sales · Mean £ 279,083
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE18 1BL has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Water Leys Primary School
Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy
Fairfield Community Primary School
Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School
Overdale Junior School
Overdale Infant School
Marriott Primary School
Sir Jonathan North Girls' College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- T(n)S Catering Management LTD0.8 km
- Ameri-cans And Treats0.9 km
- Bella Italia0.9 km
- Goldhill Adventure Playground0.9 km
- SJ's Cafe0.5 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Dhils Eats0.2 km
- I-Dragon0.7 km
- J&Js Dutchpot0.6 km
- Freshly Chopped0.9 km
- Canton Chef0.6 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Tesco Aylestone Lane Express (2074)0.3 km
- Wigston News And Deli0.9 km
- Family Shopper Stonesby Avenue0.5 km
- Arrow Convenience Store0.3 km
- Dr Slush0.5 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Chartwell Arms0.5 km
- The Aberdale Inn0.3 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Wigston1.4 km
- Leicester4.2 km
- Narborough5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Brixham Drive0.1 km
- Croft Drive0.1 km
- Brixham Drive0.1 km
- Croft Drive0.2 km
- Shackerdale Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE181BL · Data under Open Government Licence