Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

LOCKTON CLOSE, LE65 1AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOCKTON CLOSE, LE65 1AY.

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Population

487

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LE65 1AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LE65 1AY's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership, and £325k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE65 1AY is a sought-after residential area on Lockton Close, 0.7km from Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Administratively it sits within Ashby Money Hill ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in LE65, LE65 1AY offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 37 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for LE65 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00170702 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE65 1AY. The average age is 36.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 325,000

1 sales · Mean £ 325,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LE65 1AY has low crime rates — 23 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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour15
Other crime11
Other theft5
Burglary3

school Local Schools

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Ashby School

Inadequate1621 pupils0.2 km
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Ivanhoe School

Good960 pupils0.4 km
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Woodcote Primary School

Good174 pupils0.7 km
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Ashby Hastings Primary School

15 pupils1.0 km
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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School

Good310 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Ashby Holistic Centre0.5 km
  • H T Godfrey And Son(Ibstock) Ltd (Shop) Smithards0.6 km
  • W H Smith Ltd0.8 km
  • Superdrug Stores Plc0.8 km
  • Supernews Local And Cards0.8 km
  • + 17 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

12 nearby
  • The Tap At 760.5 km
  • Bulls Head0.6 km
  • The Bluebell0.8 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.7 km
  • The Monkey Tree Music Bar0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

27 nearby
  • Ashby Dramatic Society Ltd0.6 km
  • Ashby Grill0.5 km
  • Ashby Lawn Tennis Club0.7 km
  • Ashby Market Cafe Ltd0.6 km
  • Ask Italian0.8 km
  • + 22 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • La Spezia Pizzeria0.7 km
  • Wong Kwei0.9 km
  • C K House0.5 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Nicks Fish Bar0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Tesco0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Group0.8 km
  • B And M Ltd0.8 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Clockmakers House Bed \& Breakfast0.5 km
  • Smithy Bed And Breakfast0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Willington13.4 km
  • Burton-On-Trent13.6 km
  • Peartree16.3 km

Bus Stops

  • School0.1 km
  • School0.2 km
  • North Street0.4 km
  • Birch Road0.4 km
  • Birch Road0.4 km