LE87 2AD is a sought-after residential area located 1.2km from Cosby in Blaby and Whetstone. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Cosby with South Whetstone ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.
The people who live in LE87 2AD are typical of a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 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 LE87 2AD are sourced from Output Area E00187425 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE87 2AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE87 2AD.
373
40
£ 46,400 /yr
60%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. LE87 2AD's low deprivation rank, 87% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE87 2AD. The average age is 40.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE87 2AD has low crime rates — 9 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
Badgerbrook Primary School
Cosby Primary School
St Peter's Church of England Primary School Whetstone
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Whetstone Golf Club Ltd0.3 km
- Dog And Gun (Wet Sales)0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Football & Fitness Academy Canteen0.4 km
- Attfields Farm Shop Ltd.0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-operative Food0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Flames0.5 km
- Saffron Dynamo Football Club0.3 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Camstone Service Station0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Narborough2.1 km
- South Wigston4.4 km
- Leicester9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Recreation Field0.3 km
- Recreation Field0.4 km
- Bruce Way0.4 km
- Bruce Way0.4 km
- Springwell Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: LE872AD · Data under Open Government Licence