LE2 0AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Sparkenhoe in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LE2 0AG is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00069371 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE2 0AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE2 0AG.
327
39
£ 29,900 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LE2 0AG has a significant social housing presence — 54% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE2 0AG. The average age is 38.5. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 215,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0AG has low crime rates — 35 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
Highfields Primary School
Moat Community College
Charnwood Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Uplands Infant School
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
Shenton Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
162 nearby- 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.3 km
- Apna Supermarket0.5 km
- Bangla Foods0.7 km
- Fancy Cloth (Mangoes)0.2 km
- Joshi Brothers0.1 km
- + 157 more
Restaurant, Cafe
133 nearby- Crescent Grill House0.3 km
- Dania Cafe1.0 km
- Highfields0.3 km
- Italian Coffee Bar0.9 km
- Karibuni Cafe0.3 km
- + 128 more
Takeaway Shop
99 nearby- Chaska Grill0.3 km
- Deli Fresh0.4 km
- Highfield Pizza0.2 km
- Kandy And Shakes0.8 km
- Mr Chicken0.2 km
- + 94 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Loaded Dog0.9 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.4 km
- The Marquis0.9 km
- Dover Castle1.0 km
- Royal Standard Leicester0.9 km
- + 24 more
Supermarkets
10 nearby- Aldi0.3 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.9 km
- Tesco1.0 km
- The Food Warehouse0.3 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.3 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Grafton House Hotel0.7 km
- Ibis Hotel0.5 km
- Dawn Centre0.6 km
- Belmont House Hotel0.9 km
- Mercure Leicester City The Grand Also Trading As Marco's1.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester0.7 km
- South Wigston6.0 km
- Syston6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Duffield Street0.2 km
- Duffield Street0.2 km
- Cecil Road0.2 km
- Cecil Road0.3 km
- Maynard Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20AG · Data under Open Government Licence