LE2 0AQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Maynard Road, 0.4km from Wood Hill in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00069351 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MAYNARD ROAD, LE2 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYNARD ROAD, LE2 0AQ.
391
34
£ 29,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0AQ 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines LE2 0AQ — 95% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE2 0AQ. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 145,000
1 sales · Mean £ 145,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0AQ has low crime rates — 28 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
Charnwood Primary School
Shenton Primary School
Bridge Junior School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Green Lane Infant School
Highfields Primary School
Moat Community College
Taylor Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
154 nearby- Mr B Gardner (Eggs)0.9 km
- Tuga Pastries (Bakers)0.9 km
- Asha Supermarket0.8 km
- Marcol Ltd0.6 km
- Al-Rahmah Halal Meat And Poultry0.8 km
- + 149 more
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- Brick And Beam0.8 km
- Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.6 km
- Harini's FUSIC0.9 km
- The Charny0.5 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.7 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
54 nearby- Baaba Shair Ltd0.9 km
- Curve0.9 km
- La Lory Restaurant0.9 km
- Recovery Bites Cafe0.9 km
- Nomad Cafe0.8 km
- + 49 more
Takeaway Shop
65 nearby- The Momo Hut (Takeaway)0.9 km
- Leicester Sweet And Bakery0.8 km
- Shawarma Time0.9 km
- Hangout Desifoods0.4 km
- Radha Sweet Mart0.7 km
- + 60 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- The Food Warehouse0.5 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.5 km
- Lidl0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Ibis Hotel0.8 km
- Premier Inn0.7 km
- Dawn Centre0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.0 km
- South Wigston6.3 km
- Syston6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Maynard Road0.1 km
- Cecil Road0.1 km
- Upper Charnwood Street0.2 km
- Cecil Road0.2 km
- Humberstone Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20AQ · Data under Open Government Licence