Postcode Analysis Charnwood, East Midlands

HARCOURT CLOSE, LE7 1HU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARCOURT CLOSE, LE7 1HU.

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Population

519

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE7 1HU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. LE7 1HU's 64% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. 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

LE7 1HU is a mixed residential area on Harcourt Close, 0.5km from Syston in Syston. Administratively it sits within Syston West ward and the Charnwood constituency.

For families considering a move, LE7 1HU represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for LE7 1HU are sourced from Output Area E00130680 (shared with 19 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 LE7 1HU. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.2%
Asian / British Asian19.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

56%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 130,000

1 sales · Mean £ 130,000

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

Crime around LE7 1HU is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences55
Shoplifting48
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson13
Public order9

school Local Schools

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St Peter and St Paul Church of England Academy

Good402 pupils0.4 km
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Wreake Valley Academy

Good879 pupils0.8 km
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The Merton Primary School

Good414 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Gamble and Hollis Ltd0.4 km
  • Peberday's Newsagents0.4 km
  • Poundstretcher0.4 km
  • The Bakery Shop0.4 km
  • Family Cellar0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Caffe Pausa @ Watermead0.4 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Matt's Burger Club0.4 km
  • Subway0.4 km
  • The Bay Tree0.4 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Maxim0.2 km
  • China China Takeaway0.3 km
  • Marine0.4 km
  • Roberto Pizza0.5 km
  • Syston Sizzler0.4 km
  • + 7 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Dog & Gun0.3 km
  • Fox & Hounds0.4 km
  • Queen Victoria0.2 km
  • Syston Masonic Association0.2 km
  • Syston Northfields Lawn Tennis Club0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Aldi0.4 km
  • Syston Supermarket0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Syston0.8 km
  • Sileby4.1 km
  • Barrow Upon Soar7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Brook Street0.1 km
  • The Half Croft0.2 km
  • Brook Street0.2 km
  • High Street0.4 km
  • Brookside0.4 km