LE4 0DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Downham Avenue, 0.9km from Leicester Abbey in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Leicester West constituency.
For families considering a move, LE4 0DH represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £229k, up 30.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE4 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00068690 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOWNHAM AVENUE, LE4 0DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNHAM AVENUE, LE4 0DH.
390
41
£ 30,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE4 0DH 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
LE4 0DH has a highly multicultural community character — 61% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 30.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE4 0DH. The average age is 41.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 260,000
1 sales · Mean £ 260,000
Semi-Detached
£ 104,000
4 sales · Mean £ 121,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE4 0DH has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wolsey House Primary School
Woodstock Primary Academy
Abbey Mead Primary Academy
St Peter's CofE Primary School
Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School
Barley Croft Primary School
Beaumont Leys School
English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Broadway0.4 km
- The Talbot Inn0.8 km
- The Tom Hoskins0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Hii Chai0.9 km
- The Blue Marble Cafe @ The Space Park0.7 km
- Ron's Cafe0.6 km
- Asda Customer Cafe0.5 km
- Peppercorns Cafe1.0 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Asda0.5 km
- Aldi0.4 km
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Aum Supermarket0.6 km
- Community Shop0.8 km
- Mr Pickfords Pharmacy0.4 km
- Nisa Local T/A Parker Drive Ascona Retail0.3 km
- Haji Baba Ltd - Halal Meat Counter0.5 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Pizza Palace0.6 km
- BBQ Food House0.3 km
- Golden Swallow0.6 km
- The Cob Shop0.4 km
- Burnham Chippy0.6 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester2.9 km
- Syston5.7 km
- South Wigston8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Chale Road0.2 km
- Chale Road0.2 km
- Abbey Lane0.2 km
- Abbey Lane0.2 km
- Space Centre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE40DH · Data under Open Government Licence