LE67 1AE is a safe, established residential area on Highfields, 0.6km from Thornton in Thornton (Hinckley and Bosworth). Administratively it sits within Ratby, Bagworth and Thornton ward and the Bosworth constituency.
For families considering a move, LE67 1AE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k, up 9.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE67 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00131311 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHFIELDS, LE67 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHFIELDS, LE67 1AE.
240
47
£ 43,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. LE67 1AE spans multiple life stages — average age 47, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE67 1AE. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 187,000
13 sales · Mean £ 225,557
Terraced
£ 164,500
1 sales · Mean £ 164,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE67 1AE has low crime rates — 27 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
Thornton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Corner Shop0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Thornton0.6 km
- Bricklayers Arms0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Thornton Nurseries Ltd0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Narborough12.3 km
- Leicester12.9 km
- Barrow Upon Soar14.6 km
Bus Stops
- St Peter's Drive0.1 km
- Garage0.1 km
- Garage0.1 km
- Steam Trumpet0.2 km
- Steam Trumpet0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE671AE · Data under Open Government Licence