Postcode Analysis Oadby and Wigston, East Midlands

LEICESTER ROAD, LE18 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LEICESTER ROAD, LE18 1DR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

350

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: LE18 1DR 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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2/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

LE18 1DR has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 40-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

LE18 1DR is a mixed residential area on Leicester Road, 0.1km from Wigston in Wigston. Administratively it sits within Wigston St Wolstan's ward and the Harborough constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, LE18 1DR is a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. A balanced community with an average age of 40 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 33% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oadby and Wigston.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.

Census 2021 statistics for LE18 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00131951 (shared with 38 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 1DR. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British66.9%
Asian / British Asian23.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.6%
Other / Mixed6.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 275,000

1 sales · Mean £ 275,000

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

Crime around LE18 1DR is moderate at 62 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences101
Public order44
Anti-social behaviour41
Criminal damage and arson35
Other theft15

school Local Schools

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All Saints Church of England Primary School

Good235 pupils0.2 km
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The Meadow Community Primary School

Good397 pupils0.6 km
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Little Hill Primary

Good418 pupils0.7 km
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Wigston Menphys Nursery School

Good44 pupils0.7 km
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Saint John Fisher Catholic Voluntary Academy, Wigston, Leicestershire

Good208 pupils0.8 km
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Glenmere Community Primary School

Outstanding209 pupils0.9 km
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Wigston Academy

Good1331 pupils1.0 km
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Wigston Birkett House Community Special School

Good248 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • William Wygston Pub0.0 km
  • Old Crown Inn0.5 km
  • Star And Garter0.4 km
  • Wigston \& District Conservative Club0.2 km
  • The Plough0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Saabs Grill Ltd0.0 km
  • Best Kebab And Pizza/ Soeul Chikin0.0 km
  • Bluewater0.0 km
  • Menphys Charity0.2 km
  • The Cake Solution0.0 km
  • + 15 more
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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Card Factory0.2 km
  • Destiantion Deli LTD0.0 km
  • Mercury News0.2 km
  • Mercury News0.0 km
  • Pennywise Discount0.2 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Iceland0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
  • Sainsbury's0.6 km
  • Aldi Foodstore Ltd0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.0 km
  • Queens Pizza \& Peri Peri0.0 km
  • Subway0.3 km
  • Top Chef0.0 km
  • High Gain House0.0 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • South Wigston1.9 km
  • Leicester5.1 km
  • Narborough6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Frederick Street0.0 km
  • Kings Drive0.1 km
  • Kings Drive0.1 km
  • Victoria Street0.1 km
  • County Record Office0.2 km