LE3 0DP is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood located 0.6km from Westcotes in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Westcotes ward and the Leicester West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 28 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 75% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 50% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for LE3 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00069496 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE3 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE3 0DP.
351
28
£ 42,900 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE3 0DP 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
LE3 0DP is a high-turnover rental hub — with 75% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 28).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE3 0DP. The average age is 28.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LE3 0DP is moderate at 68 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
Imperial Avenue Infant School
Fullhurst Community College
St Mary's Fields Primary School
Shaftesbury Junior School
Hazel Community Primary School
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School
The Children's Hospital School
Castle Mead Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
78 nearby- Super Tiger1.0 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- Riverside Pharmacy0.6 km
- Uni Off Licence0.6 km
- A And Vee Frozen Foods0.8 km
- + 73 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Leicester Electricity Sports Cricket Club0.8 km
- Sir Robert Peel0.9 km
- SU's Lounge0.9 km
- West Leicester Conservative Club0.9 km
- 2Funky Music Cafe0.9 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
62 nearby- Go Kids Go0.9 km
- Kimberlin Library Cafe At De Montfort University0.9 km
- Doorstep Desserts0.6 km
- Main Restaurant At De Montfort University0.8 km
- Riverside At De Montfort University0.8 km
- + 57 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- B And M Retail Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- Co-op Supermarket0.5 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- Tesco0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
53 nearby- Wok Express0.8 km
- Gyro Express0.9 km
- Bagel Stop0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.6 km
- Anika Balti Express0.4 km
- + 48 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express Leicester0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.8 km
- South Wigston4.8 km
- Narborough6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Wilberforce Road0.2 km
- Wilberforce Road0.2 km
- Noel Street0.2 km
- Stuart Street0.2 km
- Westleigh Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE30DP · Data under Open Government Licence