LE5 0DF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Beech Street, 0.6km from Wood Hill in Leicester. Administratively it sits within North Evington ward and the Leicester East constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LE5 0DF offers 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. Outside of residential hours, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. At 31 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 51% 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 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LE5 0DF are sourced from Output Area E00068936 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEECH STREET, LE5 0DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEECH STREET, LE5 0DF.
599
31
£ 31,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE5 0DF 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
68% of LE5 0DF's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 0DF. The average age is 31.3. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE5 0DF has low crime rates — 39 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
Shenton Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bridge Junior School
Catherine Infant School
Charnwood Primary School
St Barnabas CofE Primary School
Catherine Junior School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
111 nearby- Belgrave Foods0.7 km
- Fancy Cloth (Mangoes)0.9 km
- Joshi Brothers1.0 km
- Dysartway Service Station1.0 km
- G And C Import And Export1.0 km
- + 106 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Bostik Bistro0.4 km
- Crescent Grill House0.8 km
- Doorstep Desserts1.0 km
- Leicester Bharat Football Club (Bharat Lounge Bar And Grill)0.9 km
- Blue Apple At Walkers Deli0.7 km
- + 29 more
Takeaway Shop
64 nearby- Chaska Grill0.8 km
- Deli Fresh0.8 km
- Highfield Pizza0.8 km
- Kandy And Shakes0.3 km
- Mr Chicken0.9 km
- + 59 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- Emvee Lounge0.8 km
- Latimer Ward Conservative Club0.8 km
- Milap Club0.7 km
- The Glassy Club0.5 km
- Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Popats Cash And Carry1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.7 km
- Syston5.8 km
- South Wigston7.0 km
Bus Stops
- Lombardy Rise0.1 km
- Lombardy Rise0.1 km
- Prestwold Road0.2 km
- Spinney Hill Road0.2 km
- Percival Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE50DF · Data under Open Government Licence