LE19 1WR is a sought-after residential area on Meridian North, 1.0km from Fosse Park in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Winstanley ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.
For serious buyers, LE19 1WR is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — science and business parks with high status workers. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Blaby.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 LE19 1WR are sourced from Output Area E00130246 (shared with 197 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MERIDIAN NORTH, LE19 1WR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MERIDIAN NORTH, LE19 1WR.
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£ 45,300 /yr
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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, LE19 1WR combines high owner-occupation (65%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE19 1WR. The average age is 33.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE19 1WR has low crime rates — 47 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.
school Local Schools
Millfield L.E.A.D. Academy
Ravenhurst Primary School
The Winstanley School
Kingsway Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Observatory Beefeater1.0 km
- The Winstanley Arms0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Baxterstorey Ltd At National Distribution Centre0.6 km
- Chaiiwala0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Gilly's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Itsu0.9 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Makro0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Watergate Fish Bar0.7 km
- Greggs - Leicester0.9 km
- Mr Rice0.7 km
- Maharaja0.7 km
- Pizza Chef0.7 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Marriott Hotel0.6 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Holland And Barrett0.9 km
- MFG Londis Osiers0.4 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- MFG Esso Meridian Way0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Narborough3.7 km
- South Wigston4.7 km
- Leicester5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Meridian North0.1 km
- Centre Court0.1 km
- Centre Court0.1 km
- Meridian North0.1 km
- Emerson0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE191WR · Data under Open Government Licence