Postcode Analysis Leicester, East Midlands

BAKEWELL STREET, LE2 0FE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKEWELL STREET, LE2 0FE.

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Population

452

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 31,200 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LE2 0FE 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.

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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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2/10
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10/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

91% of LE2 0FE's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE2 0FE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bakewell Street, 0.1km from Spinney Hills in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.

Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0FE are sourced from Output Area E00069356 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE2 0FE. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British0.4%
Asian / British Asian91.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed5.9%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 155,000

5 sales · Mean £ 167,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LE2 0FE has low crime rates — 21 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.

Violence and sexual offences164
Anti-social behaviour65
Public order36
Criminal damage and arson32
Vehicle crime25

school Local Schools

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Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy

Good414 pupils0.4 km
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Bridge Junior School

Requires Improvement356 pupils0.4 km
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Charnwood Primary School

Outstanding428 pupils0.5 km
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Shenton Primary School

Good477 pupils0.5 km
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Highfields Primary School

Outstanding379 pupils0.5 km
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Spinney Hill Primary School

Good692 pupils0.6 km
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Uplands Infant School

Good429 pupils0.6 km
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Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy

Good473 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

145 nearby
  • 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.2 km
  • Apna Supermarket0.6 km
  • Bangla Foods0.7 km
  • Fancy Cloth (Mangoes)0.2 km
  • Joshi Brothers0.3 km
  • + 140 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

43 nearby
  • Crescent Grill House0.4 km
  • Highfields0.4 km
  • Italian Coffee Bar0.9 km
  • Karibuni Cafe0.4 km
  • Marrakesh0.5 km
  • + 38 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

67 nearby
  • Chaska Grill0.3 km
  • Deli Fresh0.1 km
  • Highfield Pizza0.3 km
  • Kandy And Shakes0.6 km
  • Mr Chicken0.2 km
  • + 62 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Mount Zion Inn0.6 km
  • The Soundhouse1.0 km
  • Milap Club0.3 km
  • The Glassy Club0.6 km
  • Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.9 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • The Food Warehouse0.7 km
  • Umrah Supermarket0.7 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Grafton House Hotel1.0 km
  • Ibis Hotel0.9 km
  • Dawn Centre1.0 km
  • Premier Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leicester1.1 km
  • South Wigston6.1 km
  • Syston6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Mere Road0.2 km
  • Duffield Street0.2 km
  • Mere Road0.2 km
  • Cecil Road0.2 km
  • Duffield Street0.3 km