LE9 1SS is a sought-after residential area on Gimson Avenue, 0.4km from Cosby in Cosby. Administratively it sits within Cosby with South Whetstone ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LE9, LE9 1SS offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 88% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £311k. 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 LE9 1SS are sourced from Output Area E00129984 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GIMSON AVENUE, LE9 1SS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GIMSON AVENUE, LE9 1SS.
338
42
£ 41,200 /yr
54%
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
LE9 1SS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £311k, 88% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE9 1SS. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 227,500
5 sales · Mean £ 232,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE9 1SS has low crime rates — 24 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
Badgerbrook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Eastcliffe News Shops Ltd0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Cosby Working Mens Club0.5 km
- The Bulls Head0.6 km
- Whetstone Golf Club Ltd0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- The Tithe Barn0.4 km
- Bangla Spice0.4 km
- Cosby Utd. FC Snack Bar Victory Park0.4 km
- Cosby Cantonese0.6 km
- Floys0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Saffron Dynamo Football Club0.6 km
- The Nook Fish Bar0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative Food0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Narborough2.2 km
- South Wigston5.3 km
- Leicester9.9 km
Bus Stops
- Mount Road0.1 km
- Victory Park0.1 km
- Victory Park0.2 km
- Portland Street0.2 km
- Armston Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE91SS · Data under Open Government Licence