LE65 1BY is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Administratively it sits within Ashby Castle ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.
For serious buyers, LE65 1BY is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 68% 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 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00131514 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE65 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE65 1BY.
218
60
£ 46,400 /yr
25%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 60, LE65 1BY is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE65 1BY. The average age is 59.8. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE65 1BY has low crime rates — 44 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
Ashby School
Ivanhoe School
Ashby-de-la-Zouch Church of England Primary School
Ashby Willesley Primary School
Ashby Hill Top Primary School
Ashby Hastings Primary School
Woodcote Primary School
Packington Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Ashby Holistic Centre0.5 km
- H T Godfrey And Son(Ibstock) Ltd (Shop) Smithards0.6 km
- W H Smith Ltd0.4 km
- Superdrug Stores Plc0.5 km
- Supernews Local And Cards0.5 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- The Tap At 760.5 km
- Ashby Ivanhoe Football Club0.6 km
- Bulls Head0.5 km
- The Bluebell0.9 km
- The Lamb Inn0.4 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Ashby Dramatic Society Ltd0.6 km
- Ashby Grill0.5 km
- Ashby Lawn Tennis Club0.3 km
- Ashby Market Cafe Ltd0.4 km
- Ask Italian0.7 km
- + 24 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- La Spezia Pizzeria0.4 km
- Wong Kwei0.4 km
- C K House0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Nicks Fish Bar0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Cedars Guest House1.0 km
- Clockmakers House Bed \& Breakfast0.5 km
- Smithy Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Group0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burton-On-Trent13.6 km
- Willington13.9 km
- Polesworth16.2 km
Bus Stops
- Priorfields0.3 km
- Hastings Way0.3 km
- Hastings Way0.3 km
- Royal Hotel0.4 km
- Windsor Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LE651BY · Data under Open Government Licence