LE9 1RJ is a safe, established residential area on Lady Leys, 0.3km from Cosby in Cosby. Administratively it sits within Cosby with South Whetstone ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.
Within the LE9 district, this postcode is characterised by a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With residents averaging 33 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £244k, down 11.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for LE9 1RJ are sourced from Output Area E00129986 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LADY LEYS, LE9 1RJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LADY LEYS, LE9 1RJ.
320
33
£ 41,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE9 1RJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates LE9 1RJ — age 33, 52% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 11.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE9 1RJ. The average age is 33.2. 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 dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 218,750
8 sales · Mean £ 219,687
Terraced
£ 160,000
2 sales · Mean £ 160,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE9 1RJ has low crime rates — 22 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
Cosby Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Eastcliffe News Shops Ltd0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cosby Working Mens Club0.4 km
- The Bulls Head0.5 km
- Whetstone Golf Club Ltd0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Tithe Barn0.3 km
- Bangla Spice0.3 km
- Cosby Utd. FC Snack Bar Victory Park0.2 km
- Cosby Cantonese0.4 km
- Floys0.6 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Saffron Dynamo Football Club0.9 km
- The Nook Fish Bar0.4 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative Food0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Narborough2.3 km
- South Wigston5.6 km
- Leicester10.2 km
Bus Stops
- Park Close0.1 km
- Victory Park0.2 km
- Park Close0.2 km
- Victory Park0.2 km
- Mount Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE91RJ · Data under Open Government Licence