Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

SOUTH STREET, LE65 1BF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTH STREET, LE65 1BF.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE65 1BF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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3/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 55% owner-occupation and average age 45, LE65 1BF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

LE65 1BF is a well-regarded residential area on South Street, 0.1km from Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Administratively it sits within Ashby Castle ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 69 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00131513 (shared with 136 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 1BF. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.5%
Asian / British Asian6.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 157,500

8 sales · Mean £ 144,812

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

Crime around LE65 1BF is moderate at 69 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 offences105
Anti-social behaviour31
Public order30
Criminal damage and arson20
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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Ivanhoe School

Good960 pupils0.4 km
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Ashby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School

Good310 pupils0.5 km
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Ashby School

Inadequate1621 pupils0.5 km
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Ashby Hastings Primary School

15 pupils0.9 km
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Woodcote Primary School

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Ashby Hill Top Primary School

Outstanding313 pupils1.0 km
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Ashby Willesley Primary School

Good414 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

22 nearby
  • Ashby Holistic Centre0.2 km
  • H T Godfrey And Son(Ibstock) Ltd (Shop) Smithards0.2 km
  • W H Smith Ltd0.2 km
  • Superdrug Stores Plc0.2 km
  • Supernews Local And Cards0.2 km
  • + 17 more
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Pub, NightClub

16 nearby
  • The Tap At 760.2 km
  • Ashby Ivanhoe Football Club1.0 km
  • Bulls Head0.2 km
  • The Bluebell0.5 km
  • The Lamb Inn0.1 km
  • + 11 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

29 nearby
  • Ashby Dramatic Society Ltd0.2 km
  • Ashby Grill0.2 km
  • Ashby Lawn Tennis Club0.0 km
  • Ashby Market Cafe Ltd0.1 km
  • Ask Italian0.3 km
  • + 24 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • La Spezia Pizzeria0.1 km
  • Wong Kwei0.2 km
  • C K House0.2 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.1 km
  • Nicks Fish Bar0.6 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Cedars Guest House0.7 km
  • Clockmakers House Bed \& Breakfast0.2 km
  • Smithy Bed And Breakfast0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burton-On-Trent13.4 km
  • Willington13.5 km
  • Polesworth16.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Street0.1 km
  • Market Street0.1 km
  • Market Street0.1 km
  • South Street0.2 km
  • Medical Centre0.2 km