LE3 0BE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Paton Street, 0.4km from Westcotes in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Westcotes ward and the Leicester West constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a metro suburban distribution industries zone — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 34 average age reflects a thriving young professional community — a good mix of renters and first-time buyers, with strong employment rates. 73% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 87 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for LE3 0BE are sourced from Output Area E00069492 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PATON STREET, LE3 0BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PATON STREET, LE3 0BE.
301
34
£ 35,800 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE3 0BE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
LE3 0BE is a high-turnover rental hub — with 73% of homes privately rented, this postcode has the tenant density typical of a student or young professional district. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 34).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE3 0BE. The average age is 33.6. 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
£ 170,000
18 sales · Mean £ 164,497
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around LE3 0BE is moderate at 87 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
Shaftesbury Junior School
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School
Imperial Avenue Infant School
Fullhurst Community College
Castle Mead Academy
Brook Mead Academy
Hazel Community Primary School
The Children's Hospital School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
58 nearby- Fry Inn0.9 km
- Frydales0.8 km
- Gyro Express0.6 km
- McChina Express0.9 km
- TJ's Burgers0.9 km
- + 53 more
Retailers - Other
87 nearby- Alma Supermarket0.5 km
- Amiko Local0.7 km
- European Express0.7 km
- Imperial Covenience Store1.0 km
- Island Supermarket0.6 km
- + 82 more
Restaurant, Cafe
65 nearby- Dubai Shawarma0.6 km
- Lyn's Cafe0.6 km
- Pizza Palz0.5 km
- Big John's Neighbourhood Takeaway0.1 km
- Oh So Bakery0.5 km
- + 60 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-op Supermarket0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco0.6 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Holiday Inn Express Leicester0.7 km
- Holiday Inn1.0 km
- Abinger Guest House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
19 nearby- 2Funky Street Kitchen0.6 km
- Black Horse Public House0.6 km
- Dog House Bar Leicester0.5 km
- Metal Monocle0.5 km
- The 2Funky Lounge0.6 km
- + 14 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.7 km
- South Wigston5.1 km
- Narborough7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Gaul Street0.1 km
- Equity Road0.1 km
- Wilberforce Road0.1 km
- Wilberforce Road0.1 km
- Gaul Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: LE30BE · Data under Open Government Licence