LE15 0GU is a sought-after residential area located 1.5km from Barleythorpe in Oakham. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Oakham North East ward and the Rutland and Melton constituency.
Within the LE15 district, this postcode is characterised by a high-density urban area of young, single, transient residents. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At just 24 years average, the population skews very young — high mobility, strong rental demand, and a dynamic street-level atmosphere.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for LE15 0GU are sourced from Output Area E00187459 (shared with 259 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE15 0GU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE15 0GU.
495
24
£ 44,400 /yr
16%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE15 0GU 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.
Area Character
Very young, very high renting. At 24 years average age and 50% private renter occupancy, LE15 0GU is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE15 0GU. The average age is 24.2. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE15 0GU has low crime rates — 44 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.
school Local Schools
Oakham CofE Primary School
The Parks School
English Martyrs' Catholic Voluntary Academy
Catmose College
Brooke Hill Academy
Catmose Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
23 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.1 km
- Costcutter0.6 km
- Lily and Honey0.2 km
- McColls0.1 km
- Oakham Supermarket Ltd0.3 km
- + 18 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Bill's Bar0.3 km
- Railway Inn0.3 km
- The Admiral Hornblower0.2 km
- The Grainstore Brewery0.5 km
- Catmose Club0.2 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
31 nearby- 10 Dining Street0.3 km
- Angler (Orbis Oakham)0.2 km
- Caffe Nero0.1 km
- Castle cottage at Oakham Castle0.1 km
- Costa0.1 km
- + 26 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Central England Co-operative Society0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Bar B Q House0.3 km
- Eastern Delight0.3 km
- Happy Wok0.1 km
- Hoagies0.1 km
- McDonalds Restaurants0.9 km
- + 10 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Wisteria Hotel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oakham0.4 km
- Melton Mowbray14.6 km
- Stamford16.9 km
Bus Stops
- Market Place0.1 km
- Market Place0.1 km
- Oakham Library0.2 km
- Bus Station0.3 km
- Council Offices0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE150GU · Data under Open Government Licence