LE2 0AS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Melbourne Street, 0.4km from Spinney Hills in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.
For families considering a move, LE2 0AS represents the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £258k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0AS are sourced from Output Area E00069370 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MELBOURNE STREET, LE2 0AS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MELBOURNE STREET, LE2 0AS.
562
38
£ 29,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0AS 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
LE2 0AS has a highly multicultural community character — 96% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE2 0AS. The average age is 37.8. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 120,000
4 sales · Mean £ 112,487
Terraced
£ 318,000
7 sales · Mean £ 292,285
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0AS has low crime rates — 29 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.
school Local Schools
Charnwood Primary School
Highfields Primary School
Shenton Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bridge Junior School
Moat Community College
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
Uplands Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
164 nearby- Aum Pan/ Razzi Pan Centre0.7 km
- Barfia0.9 km
- Eggless Cake Shop1.0 km
- Halal Meat Joint1.0 km
- Johnson Green Grocers0.8 km
- + 159 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- Green Lane Social Club / Jitu's Dhaba0.7 km
- Leicester Railwaymen's Club And Institute1.0 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.5 km
- Brick And Beam0.8 km
- Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.7 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
85 nearby- Bruberry0.8 km
- Chaiiwala0.8 km
- Dhaaba 660.8 km
- Imran Karahi Restaurant & Catering0.9 km
- Num Nums0.9 km
- + 80 more
Takeaway Shop
74 nearby- Apna Pizza0.9 km
- Desi Sweet Centre0.7 km
- DFC Chicken And Grill0.9 km
- East Park Chippy0.8 km
- Gani's Takeaway0.9 km
- + 69 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Aldi0.4 km
- The Food Warehouse0.4 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.4 km
- Lidl0.6 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Grafton House Hotel0.9 km
- Ibis Hotel0.7 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
- Dawn Centre0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester0.9 km
- South Wigston6.1 km
- Syston6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Cecil Road0.1 km
- Cecil Road0.1 km
- Duffield Street0.2 km
- Maynard Road0.2 km
- Duffield Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20AS · Data under Open Government Licence