Postcode Analysis Leicester, East Midlands

DOWNHAM AVENUE, LE4 0DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOWNHAM AVENUE, LE4 0DH.

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Population

390

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 30,800 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: LE4 0DH 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.

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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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10/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

LE4 0DH has a highly multicultural community character — 61% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 30.7% year-on-year.

home £229,500 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

LE4 0DH is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Downham Avenue, 0.9km from Leicester Abbey in Leicester. Administratively it sits within Abbey ward and the Leicester West constituency.

For families considering a move, LE4 0DH represents a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. 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. 70% 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 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £229k, up 30.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for LE4 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00068690 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LE4 0DH. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British27.5%
Asian / British Asian60.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed8.7%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 260,000

1 sales · Mean £ 260,000

Semi-Detached

£ 104,000

4 sales · Mean £ 121,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

LE4 0DH has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences70
Public order29
Anti-social behaviour26
Shoplifting26
Drugs19

school Local Schools

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Wolsey House Primary School

Good662 pupils0.2 km
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Woodstock Primary Academy

Requires Improvement418 pupils1.0 km
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Abbey Mead Primary Academy

Outstanding721 pupils1.0 km
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St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good220 pupils1.0 km
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Alderman Richard Hallam Primary School

Good870 pupils1.2 km
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Barley Croft Primary School

Good328 pupils1.3 km
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Beaumont Leys School

Good1073 pupils1.3 km
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English Martyrs' Catholic School, A Voluntary Academy

Good1208 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Broadway0.4 km
  • The Talbot Inn0.8 km
  • The Tom Hoskins0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Hii Chai0.9 km
  • The Blue Marble Cafe @ The Space Park0.7 km
  • Ron's Cafe0.6 km
  • Asda Customer Cafe0.5 km
  • Peppercorns Cafe1.0 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda0.5 km
  • Aldi0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Aum Supermarket0.6 km
  • Community Shop0.8 km
  • Mr Pickfords Pharmacy0.4 km
  • Nisa Local T/A Parker Drive Ascona Retail0.3 km
  • Haji Baba Ltd - Halal Meat Counter0.5 km
  • + 10 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Pizza Palace0.6 km
  • BBQ Food House0.3 km
  • Golden Swallow0.6 km
  • The Cob Shop0.4 km
  • Burnham Chippy0.6 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Leicester2.9 km
  • Syston5.7 km
  • South Wigston8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Chale Road0.2 km
  • Chale Road0.2 km
  • Abbey Lane0.2 km
  • Abbey Lane0.2 km
  • Space Centre0.3 km