LE3 2LN is a safe, established residential area on The Poplars, 0.8km from Rowley Fields in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Ravenhurst and Fosse ward and the South Leicestershire constituency.
For families considering a move, LE3 2LN represents a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 35% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Blaby.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £212k.
Census 2021 statistics for LE3 2LN are sourced from Output Area E00130177 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE POPLARS, LE3 2LN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE POPLARS, LE3 2LN.
340
41
£ 39,200 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: LE3 2LN 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
LE3 2LN is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE3 2LN. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 191,250
2 sales · Mean £ 191,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LE3 2LN has low crime rates — 27 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
Ravenhurst Primary School
Ellesmere College
Millfield L.E.A.D. Academy
Caldecote Community Primary School
Granby Primary School
Montrose School
The Winstanley School
Kingsway Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Ayston Road Supermarket1.0 km
- Newell Chemist0.6 km
- Swidi Food & Wine0.5 km
- Holland And Barrett0.9 km
- One Stop0.7 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Chaiiwala0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.9 km
- Gilly's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
- Itsu0.9 km
- Asda Cafe0.8 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Central England Co-Operative Society0.6 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Ayston Chippy0.9 km
- Watergate Fish Bar0.7 km
- Pizza Chef0.7 km
- Greggs - Leicester0.9 km
- Braunstone Chippy0.6 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Braunstone And District WMC0.7 km
- Civic Community Lounge0.9 km
- The Winstanley Arms0.6 km
- The Black Horse0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Premier Inn Leicester South West0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- South Wigston3.7 km
- Leicester4.2 km
- Narborough4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Edward Avenue0.1 km
- Edward Avenue0.1 km
- Kirkland Road0.2 km
- Kirkland Road0.2 km
- Kingsway0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: LE32LN · Data under Open Government Licence