LE5 0DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bushby Road, 0.6km from Wood Hill in Leicester. Administratively it sits within North Evington ward and the Leicester East constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a teachers and carers in metro suburbs zone — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE5 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00068941 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BUSHBY ROAD, LE5 0DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BUSHBY ROAD, LE5 0DE.
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34
£ 32,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE5 0DE 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
LE5 0DE has a highly multicultural community character — 87% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE5 0DE. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 169,000
6 sales · Mean £ 170,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE5 0DE has low crime rates — 32 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.
school Local Schools
Green Lane Infant School
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bridge Junior School
Shenton Primary School
Merrydale Infant School
Merrydale Junior School
Catherine Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
92 nearby- Quality Stores0.9 km
- Catherine Convenience Store0.9 km
- New Star Food And Wine/R And K News0.7 km
- One Stop Convenience Store0.3 km
- Shiv Shakti Pan And Off Licence0.1 km
- + 87 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Emvee Lounge1.0 km
- Latimer Ward Conservative Club1.0 km
- Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.9 km
- Harini's FUSIC0.1 km
- Marten Inn/Paddys0.5 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Blue Apple At Walkers Deli1.0 km
- Fes Mangal0.2 km
- Atlas Cafe0.3 km
- Asli Zaiqa0.2 km
- Chaiiwala0.9 km
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
58 nearby- Fast Food Avenue0.9 km
- Grewal Fish And Chip Shop Ltd0.9 km
- Heavenly Gift0.7 km
- Billy's Fish Bar0.1 km
- BAR.B.Q.BASE0.2 km
- + 53 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.9 km
- Syston5.7 km
- South Wigston7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Quenby Street0.1 km
- Quenby Street0.1 km
- Overton Road0.2 km
- Overton Road0.2 km
- Percival Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE50DE · Data under Open Government Licence