LE2 0FF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Bakewell Street, 0.1km from Spinney Hills in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Wycliffe ward and the Leicester South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 65% 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE2 0FF are sourced from Output Area E00069356 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAKEWELL STREET, LE2 0FF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAKEWELL STREET, LE2 0FF.
452
37
£ 31,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE2 0FF 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
91% of LE2 0FF's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. 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 0FF. The average age is 36.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 225,000
5 sales · Mean £ 221,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE2 0FF has low crime rates — 21 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
Sacred Heart Catholic Voluntary Academy
Bridge Junior School
Shenton Primary School
Charnwood Primary School
Highfields Primary School
Spinney Hill Primary School
Green Lane Infant School
Uplands Junior L.E.A.D Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
147 nearby- 7 - 11 Pharmacy0.2 km
- Apna Supermarket0.6 km
- Bangla Foods0.8 km
- Fancy Cloth (Mangoes)0.2 km
- Joshi Brothers0.3 km
- + 142 more
Restaurant, Cafe
44 nearby- Crescent Grill House0.4 km
- Highfields0.4 km
- Italian Coffee Bar0.9 km
- Karibuni Cafe0.4 km
- Marrakesh0.5 km
- + 39 more
Takeaway Shop
72 nearby- Chaska Grill0.4 km
- Deli Fresh0.1 km
- Highfield Pizza0.3 km
- Kandy And Shakes0.6 km
- Mr Chicken0.3 km
- + 67 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Mount Zion Inn0.7 km
- The Soundhouse1.0 km
- Milap Club0.3 km
- The Glassy Club0.5 km
- Gurkha Curry At The Durham Ox0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi0.7 km
- The Food Warehouse0.7 km
- Umrah Supermarket0.7 km
- Lidl1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Ibis Hotel0.9 km
- Dawn Centre1.0 km
- Premier Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.1 km
- South Wigston6.1 km
- Syston6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Mere Road0.1 km
- Mere Road0.2 km
- Duffield Street0.3 km
- Cecil Road0.3 km
- Duffield Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: LE20FF · Data under Open Government Licence