LE2 0DG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Earl Howe Street, 0.3km from Park Vale in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Spinney Hills 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 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 42% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k. 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 0DG are sourced from Output Area E00069347 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EARL HOWE STREET, LE2 0DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EARL HOWE STREET, LE2 0DG.
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32
£ 31,300 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0DG 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 0DG — 85% 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 0DG. The average age is 31.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
£ 130,000
4 sales · Mean £ 144,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0DG has low crime rates — 42 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 Junior L.E.A.D Academy
Uplands Infant School
Medway Community Primary School
Highfields Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Moat Community College
Spinney Hill Primary School
Madani Girls' School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
94 nearby- Next Directory1.0 km
- Al Feena0.9 km
- Jimmys Killer Prawns0.8 km
- Kobe Sizzlers0.8 km
- Mumbai Inn0.8 km
- + 89 more
Takeaway Shop
72 nearby- Mr Veggie1.0 km
- Burger Boi0.8 km
- LAYTEA DMM0.8 km
- Chaska Grill0.8 km
- Deli Fresh0.7 km
- + 67 more
Retailers - Other
131 nearby- Spice Mart0.8 km
- Mr D Kennealy (Fruit & Veg)0.9 km
- Tylers Ltd (Fruit & Veg)0.9 km
- 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.5 km
- Apna Supermarket0.1 km
- + 126 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
6 nearby- Premier Inn0.9 km
- Dawn Centre0.7 km
- Grafton House Hotel0.6 km
- Ibis Hotel0.8 km
- Belmont House Hotel0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- The Hind0.8 km
- The Parcel Yard0.9 km
- Loaded Dog0.6 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.4 km
- The Marquis0.6 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Aldi0.8 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.6 km
- The Food Warehouse0.8 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.8 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester0.9 km
- South Wigston5.5 km
- Syston7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Melbourne Road0.1 km
- St Peters Road0.1 km
- Laurel Road0.2 km
- Laurel Road0.2 km
- Donnington Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20DG · Data under Open Government Licence