Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

SHORTHEATH ROAD, DE12 6AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHORTHEATH ROAD, DE12 6AP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

531

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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6/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

DE12 6AP is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £330k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DE12 6AP is a sought-after residential area on Shortheath Road, 0.5km from Short Heath in Moira. Administratively it sits within Ashby Woulds ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in DE12, DE12 6AP offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £330k.

Census 2021 statistics for DE12 6AP are sourced from Output Area E00131694 (shared with 25 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 DE12 6AP. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 330,000

3 sales · Mean £ 276,333

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

DE12 6AP has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Overseal Primary School

Good208 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Moira Miners Welfare Club0.3 km
  • Railway Inn0.7 km
  • Rawdon Arms0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Conkers Heart Of The National Forest0.9 km
  • Eden Bistro Limited0.6 km
  • The Hub Cafe0.4 km
  • YHA National Forest0.8 km
  • Lakeside Bistro0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group Ltd0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burton-On-Trent10.5 km
  • Polesworth12.8 km
  • Willington13.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Furnace Lane0.1 km
  • Furnace Lane0.1 km
  • Park Road0.3 km
  • Park Road0.3 km
  • Bath Yard0.4 km