LE2 0EA is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wilne Street, 0.3km from Park Vale in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Spinney Hills ward and the Leicester South constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LE2 0EA offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a metro suburban distribution industries character: ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. With residents averaging 32 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k. 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 0EA are sourced from Output Area E00069347 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILNE STREET, LE2 0EA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILNE STREET, LE2 0EA.
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32
£ 31,300 /yr
31%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0EA 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
Cultural diversity defines LE2 0EA — 85% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. 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 0EA. The average age is 31.7. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 177,500
6 sales · Mean £ 183,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0EA has low crime rates — 47 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
Uplands Infant School
Medway Community Primary School
Highfields Primary School
Sparkenhoe Community Primary School
Spinney Hill Primary School
Moat Community College
Evington Valley Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
132 nearby- Sophia Mini Market1.0 km
- Spice Mart0.9 km
- Mr D Kennealy (Fruit & Veg)1.0 km
- Tylers Ltd (Fruit & Veg)1.0 km
- 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.5 km
- + 127 more
Restaurant, Cafe
89 nearby- Next Directory0.9 km
- Jimmys Killer Prawns0.9 km
- Kobe Sizzlers0.8 km
- Mumbai Inn0.9 km
- Pumpkin 2, 3 & 41.0 km
- + 84 more
Takeaway Shop
74 nearby- Aavkar0.9 km
- Mr Veggie0.9 km
- Burger Boi0.8 km
- LAYTEA DMM0.9 km
- Chaska Grill0.9 km
- + 69 more
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- The Hind0.9 km
- The Parcel Yard1.0 km
- Loaded Dog0.6 km
- Mount Zion Inn0.5 km
- The Marquis0.7 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Aldi0.9 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.6 km
- The Food Warehouse0.9 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Dawn Centre0.8 km
- Grafton House Hotel0.7 km
- Ibis Hotel0.9 km
- Belmont House Hotel0.9 km
- Croft Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.0 km
- South Wigston5.5 km
- Syston7.3 km
Bus Stops
- Laurel Road0.0 km
- Laurel Road0.1 km
- Melbourne Road0.2 km
- St Peters Road0.2 km
- Ashover Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20EA · Data under Open Government Licence