Postcode Analysis North West Leicestershire, East Midlands

OAKLEY DRIVE, LE12 5DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKLEY DRIVE, LE12 5DQ.

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Population

421

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 43,300 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE12 5DQ 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. LE12 5DQ's low deprivation rank, 80% ownership, and £200k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £200k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 29.1% year-on-year.

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

LE12 5DQ is a sought-after residential area on Oakley Drive, 1.4km from The Stints in Long Whatton. Administratively it sits within Long Whatton & Diseworth ward and the North West Leicestershire constituency.

For serious buyers, LE12 5DQ is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 80% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k, up 29.1% year-on-year. 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 5DQ are sourced from Output Area E00131667 (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 LE12 5DQ. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.4%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 185,000

15 sales · Mean £ 212,400

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

LE12 5DQ has low crime rates — 13 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.

Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Long Whatton Church of England Primary School and Community Centre

Good98 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Slimming World0.3 km
  • Long Whatton Village Store1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Royal Oak0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • PEERAGA LTD.0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Loughborough6.2 km
  • East Midlands Parkway6.8 km
  • Long Eaton9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Piper Drive0.2 km
  • Piper Drive0.3 km
  • Royal Oak0.5 km
  • Royal Oak0.5 km