Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

DISCOVERY WAY, LE65 1DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DISCOVERY WAY, LE65 1DU.

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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 1DU 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 1DU's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

LE65 1DU is a sought-after residential area on Discovery Way, 1.5km from Ashby-de-la-Zouch in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Administratively it sits within Ashby Money Hill ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

For serious buyers, LE65 1DU is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 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 39 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 1DU 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 1DU. 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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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

LE65 1DU has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting14
Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences7
Other theft5
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Ashby School

Inadequate1621 pupils0.9 km
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Ivanhoe School

Good960 pupils1.1 km
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Woodcote Primary School

Good174 pupils1.2 km
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Ashby Hastings Primary School

15 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • KFC0.6 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants0.6 km
  • Starbucks0.6 km
  • Tesco Ashby De La Zouch Cafe0.2 km
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • B And M Ltd0.4 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.5 km
  • Ashby De La Zouch Service Station0.6 km
  • Londis Ashby0.4 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Flagstaff Island Brewers Fayre And Premier Inn0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Greggs0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Willington13.3 km
  • Burton-On-Trent13.9 km
  • Peartree15.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Tesco0.3 km
  • Birch Road0.4 km
  • Birch Road0.4 km