Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

GORSE LANE, DE12 6DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GORSE LANE, DE12 6DH.

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

280

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 42,100 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: DE12 6DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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1/10
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3/10
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4/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. DE12 6DH's 64% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

DE12 6DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Gorse Lane, 0.4km from Rawdon Colliery in North West Leicestershire. Administratively it sits within Blackfordby ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

For families considering a move, DE12 6DH represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 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.

Property: With prices averaging £90k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for DE12 6DH are sourced from Output Area E00187509 (shared with 11 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 6DH. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 90,000

3 sales · Mean £ 138,666

school Local Schools

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Albert Village Primary School

Good200 pupils1.5 km
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Moira Primary School

Requires Improvement191 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Conkers Heart Of The National Forest0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burton-On-Trent9.5 km
  • Willington12.0 km
  • Polesworth14.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Gorse Lane0.1 km
  • Gorse Lane0.1 km