Postcode Analysis Oadby and Wigston, East Midlands

TYTHORN DRIVE, LE18 1BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TYTHORN DRIVE, LE18 1BS.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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9/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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Area Character

LE18 1BS has a highly multicultural community character — 47% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending down 41.8% year-on-year.

home £274,090 median price shield Safety 5/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE18 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Tythorn Drive, 0.9km from West Knighton in Wigston. Administratively it sits within Wigston Fields ward and the Harborough constituency.

For families considering a move, LE18 1BS represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed professional services, home workers in outer suburbs. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 47% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oadby and Wigston.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £274k, down 41.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LE18 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00131903 (shared with 9 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 LE18 1BS. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British53.0%
Asian / British Asian43.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 300,000

5 sales · Mean £ 314,100

Semi-Detached

£ 232,750

8 sales · Mean £ 248,937

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

LE18 1BS has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences53
Shoplifting39
Anti-social behaviour15
Drugs15
Criminal damage and arson14

school Local Schools

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Water Leys Primary School

Good419 pupils0.3 km
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Holy Cross Catholic School, a Voluntary Academy

Requires Improvement253 pupils0.5 km
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Fairfield Community Primary School

Good211 pupils0.8 km
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Tudor Grange Samworth Academy, A church of England School

Good835 pupils0.9 km
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Overdale Junior School

Good477 pupils1.0 km
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Overdale Infant School

Requires Improvement359 pupils1.0 km
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Marriott Primary School

Good438 pupils1.2 km
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Sir Jonathan North Girls' College

Outstanding1187 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • T(n)S Catering Management LTD0.8 km
  • Ameri-cans And Treats0.9 km
  • Bella Italia0.8 km
  • Goldhill Adventure Playground0.8 km
  • SJ's Cafe0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Dhils Eats0.3 km
  • I-Dragon0.6 km
  • J&Js Dutchpot0.6 km
  • Freshly Chopped0.9 km
  • Canton Chef0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Green Hut1.0 km
  • Tesco Aylestone Lane Express (2074)0.3 km
  • Wigston News And Deli0.9 km
  • Family Shopper Stonesby Avenue0.5 km
  • Arrow Convenience Store0.3 km
  • + 7 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Chartwell Arms0.6 km
  • The Aberdale Inn0.3 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • Tesco Express0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Wigston1.5 km
  • Leicester4.1 km
  • Narborough6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Croft Drive0.1 km
  • Croft Drive0.1 km
  • Brixham Drive0.2 km
  • Brixham Drive0.2 km
  • Ramsbury Road0.3 km