LE4 0BS is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Leicester Abbey in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Fosse ward and the Leicester West constituency.
For families considering a move, LE4 0BS represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 54% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for LE4 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00169469 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE4 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE4 0BS.
291
42
£ 40,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE4 0BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
54% of LE4 0BS's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Average age 42 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE4 0BS. The average age is 42.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LE4 0BS is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Slater Primary School
Fosse Mead Primary Academy
Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School
Wolsey House Primary School
Abbey Mead Primary Academy
English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy
Inglehurst Junior School
Inglehurst Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Food Plus/Karpaty Supermarket0.7 km
- M&J Congo Shop Ltd0.6 km
- Mercury News0.6 km
- New Food Bazaar1.0 km
- SK News0.6 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
23 nearby- MG Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- The Little Club Bar And Grill0.4 km
- Top Chef Breakfast And Desserts0.8 km
- Hii Chai0.1 km
- African Kitchen And Bar0.5 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Asda0.7 km
- Aldi0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Cloud 9 Desserts (Woodgate)0.5 km
- Piri Piri Chicken0.6 km
- Woodgate Chip Shop0.6 km
- BBQ Food House0.7 km
- Buck's Chippy0.7 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Leicester Indoor Bowls Club0.5 km
- Ole Moses' Cabin0.7 km
- The Blackbird0.5 km
- The Framework Brewery Tap0.7 km
- The Addies Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester2.2 km
- Syston6.4 km
- South Wigston7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Devonshire Road0.2 km
- Devonshire Road0.2 km
- Devonshire Road0.2 km
- Devonshire Road0.2 km
- Maher Community Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE40BS · Data under Open Government Licence