Postcode Analysis Oadby and Wigston, East Midlands

ASHURST CLOSE, LE18 3SZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHURST CLOSE, LE18 3SZ.

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Population

364

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 41,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10
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10/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LE18 3SZ's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £306k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £306k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

LE18 3SZ is a sought-after residential area on Ashurst Close, 0.3km from Wigston Harcourt in Wigston. Administratively it sits within Wigston Meadowcourt ward and the Harborough constituency.

For serious buyers, LE18 3SZ is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 80% 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 £306k. 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 LE18 3SZ are sourced from Output Area E00178576 (shared with 15 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 3SZ. The average age is 34.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British77.2%
Asian / British Asian15.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 306,000

1 sales · Mean £ 306,000

Detached

£ 288,750

4 sales · Mean £ 280,325

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

LE18 3SZ has low crime rates — 17 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 offences25
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft5
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Thythorn Field Community Primary School

Requires Improvement202 pupils0.4 km
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Wigston Menphys Nursery School

Good44 pupils1.2 km
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Little Hill Primary

Good418 pupils1.3 km
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All Saints Church of England Primary School

Good235 pupils1.4 km
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Wigston Academy

Good1331 pupils1.4 km
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Wigston Birkett House Community Special School

Good248 pupils1.4 km
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The Meadow Community Primary School

Good397 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Little Hill Fish Bar0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Joseph Morris Butchers0.9 km
  • Little Hill Pharmacy0.8 km
  • Select Convenience0.8 km
  • Mercer News0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • South Leicester Rugby Club0.5 km
  • The Navigation0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Operative Supermarket0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Wigston2.5 km
  • Leicester6.7 km
  • Narborough7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Well Spring Hill0.1 km
  • Rawson Drive0.2 km
  • Lime Kilns0.2 km
  • Rawson Drive0.2 km
  • Lime Kilns0.2 km