Postcode Analysis Leicester, East Midlands

LE3 0AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE3 0AD.

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Population

577

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Avg Age

24

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Avg Income

£ 42,900 /yr

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Employed

18%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE3 0AD 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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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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1/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines LE3 0AD — 62% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 24 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.

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

LE3 0AD is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.6km from Westcotes in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Westcotes ward and the Leicester West constituency.

For renters and young professionals, LE3 0AD offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At just 24 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere. 57% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 62% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 84 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for LE3 0AD are sourced from Output Area E00178552 (shared with 11 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 LE3 0AD. The average age is 23.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British38.0%
Asian / British Asian21.3%
Black / African / Caribbean30.1%
Other / Mixed10.6%

Economic Activity

18%Active
FT: 14%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A notably young demographic dominated by renters. The population leans heavily toward young adults in their twenties and thirties.

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

Crime around LE3 0AD is moderate at 84 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences347
Shoplifting197
Anti-social behaviour169
Public order98
Other theft81

school Local Schools

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Shaftesbury Junior School

Good225 pupils0.6 km
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Hazel Community Primary School

Good381 pupils0.7 km
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The Children's Hospital School

Outstanding68 pupils0.8 km
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King Richard III Infant and Nursery School

Good248 pupils0.9 km
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Imperial Avenue Infant School

Good306 pupils0.9 km
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Fullhurst Community College

Good1481 pupils0.9 km
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St Mary's Fields Primary School

Requires Improvement432 pupils1.0 km
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Castle Mead Academy

716 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

79 nearby
  • Alma Supermarket0.6 km
  • Amiko Local0.8 km
  • European Express0.7 km
  • Island Supermarket0.6 km
  • Istanbul Bakery0.6 km
  • + 74 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

75 nearby
  • Dubai Shawarma0.6 km
  • Lyn's Cafe0.6 km
  • Pizza Palz0.5 km
  • 96 Coffee By Numbers0.9 km
  • Kensington Tea Bar0.8 km
  • + 70 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Co-op Supermarket0.7 km
  • Iceland0.5 km
  • Tesco1.0 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • B And M Retail Ltd0.8 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

53 nearby
  • Anika Balti Express0.7 km
  • Chicken And Pizza Express0.6 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.7 km
  • Narborough House0.8 km
  • Pizza Italiano0.6 km
  • + 48 more
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Pub, NightClub

20 nearby
  • Sue Townsend Theatre1.0 km
  • 2Funky Street Kitchen0.7 km
  • Black Horse Public House0.7 km
  • Dog House Bar Leicester0.6 km
  • Metal Monocle0.6 km
  • + 15 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn Express Leicester0.5 km
  • Abinger Guest House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leicester1.6 km
  • South Wigston4.9 km
  • Narborough7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Lidl0.0 km
  • Coriander Road0.2 km
  • Wilberforce Road0.2 km
  • Wilberforce Road0.3 km
  • Eastern Boulevard0.3 km