LE12 5BD is a well-regarded residential area on Mill Lane in Long Whatton. Administratively it sits within Long Whatton & Diseworth ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in LE12, LE12 5BD offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 65% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
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 LE12 5BD are sourced from Output Area E00131669 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILL LANE, LE12 5BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILL LANE, LE12 5BD.
385
47
£ 43,300 /yr
57%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE12 5BD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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. LE12 5BD's low deprivation rank, 65% 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 LE12 5BD. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
school Local Schools
Long Whatton Church of England Primary School and Community Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Slimming World0.7 km
- Long Whatton Village Store0.8 km
- Whatton Estate Partnership0.8 km
- Bumpkin Dairy Co (at Manor Organic Farm Shop)1.0 km
- Manor Farm Shop1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Long Whatton Cricket Club1.0 km
- The Royal Oak0.6 km
- The Falcon Inn1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- PEERAGA LTD.0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Midlands Parkway6.1 km
- Loughborough6.4 km
- Long Eaton8.7 km
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Postcode Profile: LE125BD · Data under Open Government Licence