LE2 0AT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Sparkenhoe in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, LE2 0AT is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 33 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester. Full-time employment stands at 14% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 37 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0AT are sourced from Output Area E00069350 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LE2 0AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LE2 0AT.
377
33
£ 29,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0AT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
LE2 0AT has a highly multicultural community character — 92% 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 0AT. The average age is 32.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0AT has low crime rates — 37 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
Moat Community College
Shenton Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bridge Junior School
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
153 nearby- Azmar Food Centre0.8 km
- Iman Supermarket0.7 km
- Spice Mart0.5 km
- Tai Fat Co1.0 km
- The Forum0.8 km
- + 148 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Premier Inn0.4 km
- Grafton House Hotel0.8 km
- Ibis Hotel0.5 km
- Dawn Centre0.6 km
- Belmont House Hotel1.0 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
32 nearby- Barley Mow0.8 km
- Nottingham Odd Fellows Club And Institute0.7 km
- R Bar0.8 km
- The Exchange Bar0.8 km
- The Hind0.8 km
- + 27 more
Restaurant, Cafe
148 nearby- Afrikana0.7 km
- Al Feena0.6 km
- Chutney Ivy0.7 km
- Haute Dolci0.8 km
- Hughie's Cafe0.7 km
- + 143 more
Supermarkets
12 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Yours Supermarket1.0 km
- Aldi0.2 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
84 nearby- Burger Boi0.9 km
- Fresh Naan0.7 km
- LAYTEA DMM0.9 km
- Pizza GoGo0.8 km
- Special Shawarma0.7 km
- + 79 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester0.7 km
- South Wigston6.1 km
- Syston6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Cecil Road0.2 km
- Maynard Road0.2 km
- Upper Charnwood Street0.3 km
- Cecil Road0.3 km
- Brunswick Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20AT · Data under Open Government Licence