LE3 0BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Narborough Road, 0.3km from Westcotes in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Westcotes ward and the Leicester West constituency.
For renters and young professionals, LE3 0BS offers 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. At 31 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 76% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Leicester.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 102 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for LE3 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00069512 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NARBOROUGH ROAD, LE3 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NARBOROUGH ROAD, LE3 0BS.
403
31
£ 35,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE3 0BS 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
76% of homes in LE3 0BS are privately rented, marking this as a dedicated rental postcode with a young, mobile population. Moderate crime is typical for high-density rental zones (avg age: 31).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE3 0BS. The average age is 31.2. 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)
Crime around LE3 0BS is above average at 102 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
The Children's Hospital School
Hazel Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
59 nearby- Fry Inn0.8 km
- Frydales0.7 km
- Gyro Express0.5 km
- McChina Express0.9 km
- TJ's Burgers0.9 km
- + 54 more
Retailers - Other
88 nearby- Alma Supermarket0.6 km
- Amiko Local0.8 km
- European Express0.7 km
- Imperial Covenience Store1.0 km
- Island Supermarket0.6 km
- + 83 more
Restaurant, Cafe
66 nearby- Dubai Shawarma0.6 km
- Lyn's Cafe0.6 km
- Pizza Palz0.5 km
- Big John's Neighbourhood Takeaway0.0 km
- Oh So Bakery0.4 km
- + 61 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Co-op Supermarket0.7 km
- Tesco Express0.8 km
- Iceland0.4 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Tesco0.5 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Holiday Inn Express Leicester0.7 km
- Holiday Inn0.9 km
- Abinger Guest House0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
20 nearby- 2Funky Street Kitchen0.6 km
- Black Horse Public House0.5 km
- Dog House Bar Leicester0.5 km
- Metal Monocle0.5 km
- The 2Funky Lounge0.6 km
- + 15 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Leicester1.7 km
- South Wigston5.2 km
- Narborough7.2 km
Bus Stops
- Gaul Street0.0 km
- Gaul Street0.1 km
- Equity Road0.1 km
- Wilberforce Road0.2 km
- Wilberforce Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE30BS · Data under Open Government Licence