LE2 0DD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Donnington Street, 0.2km from Park Vale in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Spinney Hills ward and the Leicester South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LE2 0DD offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 45% 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 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £227k, up 16.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0DD are sourced from Output Area E00069378 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DONNINGTON STREET, LE2 0DD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DONNINGTON STREET, LE2 0DD.
560
33
£ 31,300 /yr
35%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0DD 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
Cultural diversity defines LE2 0DD — 92% 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 16.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE2 0DD. The average age is 33.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 220,000
5 sales · Mean £ 190,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0DD has low crime rates — 36 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
Uplands Infant School
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
Highfields Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Medway Community Primary School
Moat Community College
Spinney Hill Primary School
Charnwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
97 nearby- Next Directory1.0 km
- Al Feena0.9 km
- Jimmys Killer Prawns0.8 km
- Kobe Sizzlers0.8 km
- Mumbai Inn0.9 km
- + 92 more
Takeaway Shop
83 nearby- Aavkar1.0 km
- Mr Veggie1.0 km
- Burger Boi0.8 km
- LAYTEA DMM0.9 km
- Chaska Grill0.6 km
- + 78 more
Retailers - Other
146 nearby- Spice Mart0.8 km
- Mr D Kennealy (Fruit & Veg)0.9 km
- Tylers Ltd (Fruit & Veg)0.9 km
- 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.3 km
- Apna Supermarket0.1 km
- + 141 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Premier Inn0.8 km
- Dawn Centre0.7 km
- Grafton House Hotel0.6 km
- Ibis Hotel0.8 km
- Belmont House Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- The Hind0.9 km
- The Parcel Yard0.9 km
- Loaded Dog0.7 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.4 km
- The Marquis0.7 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Lidl1.0 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Aldi0.7 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.7 km
- The Food Warehouse0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester0.9 km
- South Wigston5.7 km
- Syston7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Donnington Street0.1 km
- Donnington Street0.1 km
- St Peters Road0.2 km
- Melbourne Road0.2 km
- Laurel Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20DD · Data under Open Government Licence